Elon Musk sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, sparking public opinion battle

From Business Insider:

Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging breach of a 2015 agreement. PR experts say Musk has the upper hand in the court of public opinion. Experts claim that Altman and OpenAI have more to lose in the public eye. Musk and Altman have been engaging in a very public legal dispute, with Musk publicly attacking OpenAI and Altman. Musk is receiving criticism for his actions, while Altman is being praised for handling the situation diplomatically. OpenAI fights back by releasing private emails from Musk, showing a willingness to fight back against the lawsuit. Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI is boosting his own AI startup, xAI, in the market. Musk’s legal drama with OpenAI puts the $86 billion company in a negative spotlight, stealing their media attention. Actions taken by both parties are reflecting negatively on Musk’s image, while Altman is being seen in a positive light for his handling of the situation.



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