The Musk Vs. OpenAI Trial Is Underway — Here's Where Things Stand

One week into the Musk vs. OpenAI trial, the central question is whether Sam Altman betrayed the company's founding promise to benefit humanity by turning it into an $800 billion for-profit giant. Musk claims they "stole a charity." OpenAI says he's using the courts to attack a rival while building his own competing AI company. With Altman, Satya Nadella and Greg Brockman still to testify, the outcome could threaten OpenAI's highly anticipated IPO. CNBC's Kate Rooney recaps the first week. Correction: 1:30 The video incorrectly shows Sergey Brin instead of Larry Page. Reporter: Kate Rooney Produced by: Jeffrey Kopp Edited by: Erin Black, Andrew Evers » Subscribe to CNBC: https://cnb.cx/SubscribeCNBC » Subscribe to CNBC TV: https://cnb.cx/SubscribeCNBCtelevision About CNBC: From 'Wall Street' to 'Main Street' to award winning original documentaries and Reality TV series, CNBC has you covered. Experience special sneak peeks of your favorite shows, exclusive video and more. Want to get ahead at work? Then you need to learn how to make effective small talk. In CNBC’s new online course, How To Talk To People At Work, expert instructors teach you how to use everyday conversation to gain visibility, build meaningful relationships and advance your career. Use coupon code EARLYBIRD for 20% off. Offer valid from April 20, 2026 to May 4, 2026. Terms apply. https://cnb.cx/4sGlSkh Connect with CNBC News Online Get the latest news: https://www.cnbc.com/ Follow CNBC on LinkedIn: https://cnb.cx/LinkedInCNBC Follow CNBC News on Instagram: https://cnb.cx/InstagramCNBC Follow CNBC News on Facebook: https://cnb.cx/LikeCNBC Follow CNBC on Threads: https://cnb.cx/threads Follow CNBC News on X: https://cnb.cx/FollowCNBC Follow CNBC on WhatsApp: https://cnb.cx/WhatsAppCNBC #CNBC The Musk Vs. OpenAI Trial Is Underway — Here's Where Things Stand