Apr 30, 2026 1:34 AM CDT 2-minute read time TL;DR: Elon Musk testified that OpenAI shifted from its original nonprofit mission to a profit-driven model, accusing it of exploiting its position and engaging in anti-competitive practices. His AI company xAI's lawsuits highlight concerns over OpenAI's market dominance and partnerships, intensifying the legal battle and regulatory implications. Listen to this news 0:00 / 0:00 Elon Musk has taken the stand in the escalating legal battle surrounding OpenAI, accusing the company of straying from its original mission and effectively "looting a charity." Testifying in court, Musk kept to his long-standing argument that OpenAI was founded as a nonprofit focused on benefiting humanity, but, as it grew and he left as one of the founders, it has since shifted toward a profit-driven model that prioritizes commercial success. His comments come as part of a broader legal dispute tied to his AI company xAI, which has already filed lawsuits alleging anti-competitive behavior and misuse of trade secrets involving OpenAI and its partners. The testimony adds fuel to an ongoing and heated conflict between Musk and OpenAI leadership, specifically CEO Sam Altman. Musk has repeatedly criticized the company's transformation into a capped-profit structure and its deep ties with major tech players like Microsoft, using both as examples of how OpenAI has strayed from its original mission statement.