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Industry & Business Wednesday, 8 April 2026 | 1 min read

Musk Updates Openai Lawsuit to Redirect Potential $150b in Damages to the Nonprofit Foundation

Elon Musk has amended his lawsuit against OpenAI, redirecting potential damages worth $150 billion to the Musk Foundation, a nonprofit organization. This move comes as a surprise to OpenAI, which has labeled the lawsuit a “harassment campaign”. The lawsuit was initially filed in response to OpenAI's decision to cut ties with Musk, who was a key investor and board member.

Musk has claimed that OpenAI's actions were “unlawful” and “in bad faith.” The Musk Foundation, founded by Elon Musk, supports various charitable causes, including education, healthcare, and the environment. The amended lawsuit now seeks to redirect any potential damages to the foundation, with Musk stating he wants “to make a positive impact”. OpenAI has yet to comment on the update, but has previously described Musk's lawsuit as an attempt to “intimidate” the company.

The outcome of the lawsuit remains uncertain, with both sides presenting strong arguments. The case is set to continue in court.

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