Elon Musk is seeking up to $134 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft. The lawsuit accuses OpenAI of abandoning its original nonprofit mission. Musk claims his early contributions significantly boosted OpenAI's value.
Musk filed a notice on remedies sought on Friday. He hired an expert, C. Paul Wazzan, to calculate the damages. Wazzan estimated Musk's contributions accounted for 50-75% of OpenAI's current value. The calculation considered Musk's financial input, proposed equity, xAI stake, and non-monetary contributions before his 2018 departure.
OpenAI and Microsoft were reportedly shocked by the damage claim. They immediately filed a motion to exclude Wazzan's opinions. They allege the calculation is flawed. A loss could also result in punitive damages for Microsoft.
Musk, an early OpenAI investor, claims the company prioritized profit over its initial mission. He argues this shift violates their founding agreement. The lawsuit highlights ongoing tensions between Musk and OpenAI.
The court will now consider the motion to exclude Wazzan's testimony. The outcome could significantly impact the future of the lawsuit and the relationship between Musk, OpenAI, and Microsoft.
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