Musk 'Damaged' OpenAI Culture: Altman Testifies

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified that Elon Musk did "huge damage" to the company's culture. Altman said Musk pushed to rank researchers by accomplishment to cut the bottom performers. This exercise, according to Altman, hurt the organization's culture for a long time. Here's the thing: Altman stated Musk's 2018 departure from the board was a "morale boost." Researchers felt they would no longer have to work that way. Altman also detailed a "particularly hair-raising moment" where Musk allegedly suggested control would pass to his children if he died. Musk also wanted 90% of OpenAI's equity in early discussions. The bottom line: Musk is now seeking up to $180 billion in damages and wants Altman removed as CEO, and this trial could impact the future of OpenAI.