Musk wanted $80 billion to colonize Mars, OpenAI president testifies at trial

OpenAI’s president testified that Elon Musk supported turning the startup into a for-profit company, but wanted full control as part of an effort to raise $80 billion to colonize Mars. The article centers on governance, control, and litigation-related testimony rather than any operational or financial update. Market impact is likely limited, though it adds color to the broader OpenAI/Musk dispute.

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OpenAI’s president testified that Elon Musk supported turning the startup into a for-profit company, but wanted full control as part of an effort to raise $80 billion to colonize Mars. The article centers on governance, control, and litigation-related testimony rather than any operational or financial update. Market impact is likely limited, though it adds color to the broader OpenAI/Musk dispute.