Musk accuses OpenAI lawyer of 'tricking' him in combative testimony
Alex Webb
Elon Musk was cross-examined on the third day of a high-profile trial over his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI. He accused an OpenAI lawyer of attempting to deceive him.
- Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman
- Musk accused an OpenAI lawyer of 'tricking' him during cross-examination
- The trial is ongoing at a US court
Elon Musk was questioned by an OpenAI lawyer on the third day of a trial in which he is suing the company and its CEO, Sam Altman. In a combative exchange, Musk accused the lawyer of attempting to 'trick' him into making admissions against his interest.
The trial is ongoing at a US court, with the outcome set to have significant implications for the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the UK and globally.
Musk's lawsuit centres on OpenAI's alleged failure to honour an agreement relating to its AI technology. The billionaire entrepreneur has accused the company of 'stealing' his ideas and of breaching a non-disclosure agreement.
The trial is being closely watched by industry experts, who are keen to see how it will shape the future of AI development in the UK and beyond.
Why this matters: The implications of this trial for the development of AI technology in the UK are significant. The outcome will have a major impact on businesses and consumers relying on these technologies.
What this means for you: This story may affect technology use, online safety, business planning or future regulation. Readers should watch for official updates as the technology and policy details develop.