Musk v. Altman week 1: Elon Musk says he was duped, warns AI could kill us all, and admits that xAI distills OpenAI’s models

Elon Musk testified in a high-profile trial against OpenAI, claiming he was misled by its leadership. He warned that AI poses existential risks to humanity. Musk also revealed that his company xAI uses distilled versions of OpenAI's models.

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This trial highlights tensions in AI development and raises concerns about transparency and safety.

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The case could influence AI company partnerships and regulatory scrutiny.

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Organizations should monitor legal and ethical developments in AI closely.

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