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OpenAI Files Countersuit Against Elon Musk Over Alleged Harassment Campaign

The AI company accuses Musk of orchestrating a sham takeover bid and malicious attacks to disrupt its operations and seeks damages and an injunction to halt further interference.

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Elon Musk on March 5 in Washington, D.C. Photo: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images
OpenAI logo displayed on a phone screen and Elon Musk's X account displayed on a screen in the background.
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Overview

  • OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, alleging an unlawful campaign of harassment aimed at disrupting the company and seizing control of its AI innovations.
  • The lawsuit claims Musk engaged in press attacks, malicious social media campaigns, and a fake $97.4 billion takeover bid to harm OpenAI's operations.
  • OpenAI is seeking punitive damages and an injunction to prevent Musk from further interfering with the company, with the case set for trial in spring 2026.
  • Musk, a co-founder of OpenAI, has become a vocal critic and direct competitor, launching his own AI venture, xAI, in 2023.
  • This legal battle underscores broader tensions over AI development, including OpenAI's shift from nonprofit ideals to a profit-driven model, which Musk has heavily criticized.