US: Court denies Musk's attempt to dismiss OpenAI's harassment claims
What's the story
A US District Judge has rejected Elon Musk's request to dismiss OpenAI's allegations of a "years-long harassment campaign." The case revolves around Musk's alleged attempts to harm the AI start-up via press statements, social media posts, legal claims, and what OpenAI describes as "a sham bid for its assets." The ruling was issued by Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers.
Legal battle
Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
The legal tussle began last year when Musk sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman over the company's shift to a for-profit model. He accused them of deviating from their original mission of developing AI for humanity's benefit, not profit. In response, OpenAI countersued Musk in April, accusing him of fraudulent business practices under California law.
Court decision
Jury trial scheduled for next year
Musk had requested the dismissal or postponement of OpenAI's counterclaims until a later stage in the case. However, the AI start-up argued in May that its countersuit should not be delayed. Judge Rogers agreed with OpenAI, ruling on Tuesday that the firm's allegations were legally sufficient to proceed. A jury trial for this ongoing legal battle has been scheduled for spring 2026.