Elon Musk is seeking $79 billion to $134 billion in damages from OpenAI and Microsoft, claiming they defrauded him by abandoning their nonprofit mission. An expert witness calculated this amount based on Musk’s $38 million seed donation and contributions to OpenAI’s early team. Musk’s legal team argues he should be compensated for his early startup investment. Despite Musk’s immense wealth, a $134 billion payout would be a modest addition. OpenAI has warned investors of Musk’s “outlandish claims” as the lawsuit heads to trial in April. The case will be heard in Oakland, California.

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