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OpenAI Trial Ends in Favor of Sam Altman

Updated 2026-05-18 18:50 UTC 1 source Negative

A California jury rejected Elon Musk’s $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI, siding with CEO Sam Altman. The verdict could impact the tech company's upcoming IPO and Musk’s plans to appeal.

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OpenAI Trial Verdict: Elon Musk 0, Sam Altman 1 As Jury Rejects Tesla Boss’ $150B Suit; As Tech Company Preps IPO, Musk Promises Appeal

OpenAI’s march towards an estimated $1 trillion IPO picked up pace today with a California jury today unanimously rejecting Elon Musk’s $150 billion lawsuit over the direction of OpenAI. Accusing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman of “stealing a charity” and “unjustly enriching̶

2026-05-18 18:27 UTC