Overview

• OpenAI filed a countersuit on April 10, 2025, accusing Elon Musk of harassment, interference, and spreading misinformation to harm the company.
• The lawsuit highlights Musk's alleged use of press attacks, legal claims, and a $97.4 billion takeover bid described as a sham to disrupt OpenAI's restructuring plans.
• OpenAI asserts that Musk's actions are motivated by his inability to accept the company’s success after his 2018 departure, labeling his tactics as self-serving.
• The countersuit seeks injunctive relief to halt Musk’s alleged interference and demands punitive damages for the harm caused to OpenAI’s mission and operations.
• This legal battle follows Musk’s previous lawsuits against OpenAI over its shift to a for-profit model, with a trial for Musk’s claims set for spring 2026.