Musk Sues OpenAI Over Control and Ties to Microsoft
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Musk sued OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, in February 2024 alleging the company has become a "closed-source de facto subsidiary of Microsoft".
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OpenAI published emails from Musk and stated its intention to refute his claims in the lawsuit.
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OpenAI admitted it needs more resources than initially thought and can't operate as a nonprofit, despite Musk wanting control as CEO.
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OpenAI denies being a Microsoft subsidiary, stating it "provides broad access" to AI including a free version used by millions.
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The lawsuit is the latest in accusations against OpenAI, including copyright lawsuits from authors and The New York Times.