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Musk made ‘hair-raising’ demands for control of OpenAI, Altman testifies
Musk demanded control of OpenAI. Altman just revealed what 'hair-raising' really meant.
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Why it matters
Courtroom testimony is exposing the power dynamics and governance conflicts that shaped OpenAI's trajectory—critical context for understanding why the company structured itself as a non-profit with for-profit arms and how founder disputes reshape AI leadership.
The key facts
5 to knowAltman testifying in legal battle with Musk
Musk made demands for control of OpenAI
Demands described as 'hair-raising' by Altman
Testimony reveals internal governance conflicts
Published May 2026 (recent courtroom development)
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Publisher excerpt: Start-up’s CEO takes the stand in legal battle with billionaire