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Tesla Shareholders Sue Elon Musk Over Competing AI Venture

Lawsuit claims Musk diverted talent and resources from Tesla to his new AI company, xAI.

Overview

  • Several major shareholders filed the lawsuit just before Tesla's annual meeting.
  • The suit alleges Musk poached 11 Tesla employees for xAI and diverted AI resources.
  • Musk's actions are compared to a CEO starting a rival company and using their original firm's assets.
  • Tesla's board is accused of failing to protect shareholder interests against Musk's actions.
  • Musk argues his compensation package is necessary to maintain control and prevent starting a competitor.