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OpenAI Prepares Confidential IPO Filing as Soon as Today
OpenAI is preparing to file confidential IPO paperwork with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing could lead to a public listing as soon as September and would value the company at up to $1 trillion.
Washington ExaminerSpaceX Files for IPO After Musk Loses OpenAI Court Case
SpaceX submitted a securities filing on Wednesday for a planned initial public offering expected in June. The filing follows a court loss by Elon Musk in a lawsuit against OpenAI.
eu-startups.comOpenAI Offers Tokens to All Y Combinator Startups in Exchange for Equity
OpenAI proposed providing $2 million worth of tokens to each startup in the current Y Combinator class. The offer replaces cash investment with usage credits that startups can apply to product development.
pymnts.comOpenAI Offers Discounted Tokens for Multi-Year Capacity Commitments
OpenAI is providing discounted tokens to customers who sign one- to three-year capacity agreements. The move responds to growing customer requests for guaranteed access as model performance improves.
ambcrypto.comAndrej Karpathy Joins Anthropic Pre-Training Team
Andrej Karpathy has joined Anthropic to work on pre-training of large language models. He previously co-founded OpenAI and led AI efforts at Tesla.
nbcnews.comElon Musk Says OpenAI Court Loss Sets Dangerous Precedent
Elon Musk spoke to Forbes hours after a jury rejected his lawsuit against OpenAI. He discussed the verdict, SpaceX plans, and predictions for AI and robotics.
pymnts.comOpenAI Rolls Out ChatGPT Personal Finance Tools for Pro Users
OpenAI launched a personal finance feature in preview for ChatGPT Pro subscribers in the United States. The tools let users connect bank, credit card and investment accounts through Plaid and view spending, investments and upcoming payments in one dashboard.
WiredOpenAI Reorganizes Leadership to Unify ChatGPT and Codex
OpenAI has placed co-founder Greg Brockman in charge of product strategy as part of an effort to merge ChatGPT and Codex into one platform. The changes follow the medical leave of AGI deployment CEO Fidji Simo and come ahead of a possible IPO.
TechCrunchOpenAI Rolls Out Remote Codex Monitoring Feature for ChatGPT Mobile App
OpenAI announced Thursday that its coding tool Codex is now available within the ChatGPT app on iOS and Android, enabling remote monitoring and management of development workflows. The update, currently in preview and available to all plans, builds on recent desktop and browser e…
TechCrunchOpenAI Adds Trusted Contacts Feature to ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced a trusted contacts capability in ChatGPT that allows users to designate individuals who will be notified if the AI detects signs of mental health distress during conversations. The feature aims to connect users with human support in potential crises. It foll…
Microsoft Spends More Than $100 Billion on OpenAI Partnership
Microsoft has invested more than $100 billion in its partnership with OpenAI. The spending highlights the software maker's central role in the artificial intelligence company's expansion. The partnership has continued to grow in recent years.
bbc.co.ukSam Altman Testifies in Elon Musk Lawsuit Against OpenAI
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told a court on Tuesday that Elon Musk was obsessed with controlling the organization and twice tried to kill it. Altman testified after two weeks of trial in which Musk is suing OpenAI. Musk told the court he does not lose his temper.
nypost.comFamily of California Teen Who Died of Drug Overdose Sues OpenAI, Alleging ChatGPT Advice Contributed
The family of Sam Nelson, a California teen who died from a drug overdose after allegedly taking advice from ChatGPT, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. CBS News reported the development on Tuesday. Jo Ling Kent is covering the case for the network.
The VergeOpenAI Launches Daybreak AI Initiative for Cybersecurity
OpenAI announced Daybreak, an initiative that uses AI to detect and patch software vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. The system relies on the Codex Security AI agent launched in March along with specialized models including GPT-5.5-Cyber. The launch follows a rival co…
Nbc NewsWidow of FSU Shooting Victim Sues OpenAI, Alleging ChatGPT Conversations Contributed to Attacker’s Actions
Vandana Joshi filed a federal lawsuit in Florida on Sunday against OpenAI and Phoenix Ikner, the former student accused in the April 2025 attack that killed her husband Tiru Chabba and university dining director Robert Morales. The suit alleges ChatGPT provided firearm instructio…
gizmodo.comOpenAI Launches GPT-Realtime-2 Voice Model, Real-Time Translation and Transcription Tools in Updated API
OpenAI announced new voice intelligence features for its API on Thursday, including GPT-Realtime-2 with GPT-5-class reasoning, real-time translation supporting more than 70 input languages, and live transcription. The updates shift real-time audio toward interfaces that can liste…
gizmodo.comOpenAI Adds Trusted Contact Feature to ChatGPT for Self-Harm Queries
OpenAI on Thursday launched an optional Trusted Contact safeguard for adult ChatGPT users that notifies a designated friend, family member or caregiver if the system detects serious self-harm or suicide-related discussions. The feature triggers automated encouragement for the use…
cnet.comFormer OpenAI Board Member Testifies in Musk Lawsuit Over 2023 CEO Ouster
Tasha McCauley and Rosie Campbell detailed governance failures and safety lapses at OpenAI during a hearing in Oakland, California. Their testimony addressed the 2023 firing of CEO Sam Altman and the company's shift from research to product focus. The statements came in a case br…
interestingengineering.comOpenAI Releases GPT-Realtime-2 to API
OpenAI has made GPT-Realtime-2 available through its API. The release comes as users increasingly turn to voice mode for complex interactions involving large amounts of context. @sama described the new model as a significant advance.
WiredMusk Trial Against OpenAI and Sam Altman Begins in Federal Court
The federal trial in Oakland, California, that began the week of April 29, 2026, centers on Elon Musk's accusations that Sam Altman and Greg Brockman violated OpenAI's founding nonprofit agreement by shifting to a for-profit model. Musk demands removal of both executives, reversa…
The GuardianShivon Zilis Testifies in Musk v. OpenAI Trial
Shivon Zilis, a Neuralink executive and mother of four of Elon Musk's children, testified on Wednesday in the second week of the trial. The testimony detailed her role at OpenAI and relationship with Musk. Other witnesses described internal conflicts during the company's shift fr…
lamag.comOpenAI President Testifies Musk Threatened to Hit Him During 2017 Control Dispute
Greg Brockman told a federal jury in Oakland that Elon Musk's demeanor changed abruptly during a 2017 meeting when Brockman rejected a proposal for greater control over the then-nonprofit AI startup. Brockman said he feared Musk would hit him and that Musk then announced he would…
app.buzzsumo.comGreg Brockman Testifies in Elon Musk Lawsuit Against OpenAI
The federal trial pitting Elon Musk against OpenAI and its leaders entered its second week, with president Greg Brockman confirming his personal stake in the company is worth roughly $30 billion. Musk seeks to unwind OpenAI's for-profit structure and remove top executives. The ca…
OpenAI Launches Beta Self-Serve Ads Manager in ChatGPT
OpenAI began rolling out a beta version of a self-serve ads manager in its ChatGPT platform on May 5, 2026. The company is gradually expanding access to more businesses. Testing and refinements to the ads manager experience are ongoing.
EuronewsHarvard Study Finds AI Models Excel in Some Emergency Care Reasoning Tasks Compared to Physicians
A study by researchers at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that artificial intelligence models, including OpenAI's o1-preview, surpassed human physicians in various clinical reasoning tasks. The AI excelled particularly in management reasoning…
under30ceo.comMusk Lawyers Question OpenAI Co-Founder Brockman on Finances in Trial
In a federal trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI, Musk's legal team questioned Greg Brockman, the startup's president and co-founder, about his personal finances. The questioning implied Brockman prioritized wealth over safe AI development. The trial entered its second week on Mon…
techcentral.co.zaBrockman Testifies OpenAI Stake Worth $30 Billion in Musk Lawsuit
OpenAI co-founder and President Greg Brockman testified in a federal trial that his stake in the company is worth nearly $30 billion, amid allegations from Elon Musk that OpenAI unlawfully shifted from nonprofit to for-profit status. The disclosure came during questioning by Musk…
app.buzzsumo.comOpenAI President Greg Brockman Discloses $30 Billion Stake from Early Involvement in Congressional Hearing
Greg Brockman, a key figure at OpenAI, testified about his substantial stake in the company during a recent proceeding. He stated the stake is valued at nearly $30 billion, even though he invested no personal funds. The testimony highlights the financial dynamics within the AI fi…
businesstoday.inElon Musk Texted OpenAI's Greg Brockman on Settlement Before Trial
Elon Musk sent texts to OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman urging a settlement just before their lawsuit trial began, warning of reputational damage. OpenAI claims the messages show Musk's attempt to coerce a deal amid rivalry with his own AI company. The trial in Oakland examines O…
indiatoday.intoday.inStuart Russell Testifies in Musk vs. OpenAI Trial
University of California, Berkeley professor Stuart Russell testified on AI risks during the ongoing trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI. He highlighted tensions between pursuing artificial general intelligence and ensuring safety. Objections from OpenAI limited his testimony, whi…
under30ceo.comLive Audio of Elon Musk v. Sam Altman/OpenAI Trial to Stream Starting May 4
Live audio from the Elon Musk v. Sam Altman/OpenAI trial will be streamed publicly starting May 4 on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California's YouTube channel. Sessions are set for Mondays through Thursdays, typically from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT, continuing u…
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Plans Launch Party for GPT-5.5 Based on Model's Suggestions
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to host a launch party for the company's latest AI model, GPT-5.5, incorporating suggestions provided by the model itself. During a discussion, Altman described the AI's requests as detailed, including event timing and activities. He noted th…
thehindubusinessline.comOpenAI CEO Sam Altman Highlights AI's Role in Enabling Non-Technical Startup Founders
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated that AI tools are empowering founders who understand users but lack coding skills. Speaking at Stripe Sessions, he described a shift from prioritizing technical talent in startups. Altman, a former Y Combinator leader, noted this change marks a turnar…
goodnewsnetwork.orgOak Trees Delay Leaf Emergence by Three Days After Caterpillar Infestations, Study Finds
Researchers at the University of Würzburg analyzed satellite data showing oak trees in northern Bavaria postponed bud opening by three days following heavy gypsy moth damage in 2019. The delay reduced leaf consumption by 55 percent in 2020. Separately, Elon Musk testified for thr…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in Trial Over OpenAI's Shift from Nonprofit Mission
During his testimony in the ongoing lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, Elon Musk described most cryptocurrencies as scams. The trial, taking place in an Oakland courthouse, stems from disputes over OpenAI's shift from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity. Musk seeks to…
thezvi.wordpress.com (News photo)Anthropic Seeks Investor Commitments for $50 Billion Funding Round, Due in 48 Hours
Anthropic is seeking investor commitments for a $50 billion fundraising round expected to close in two weeks at a targeted $900 billion valuation. The AI company reported its annual revenue run rate exceeds $30 billion, with sources indicating it is closer to $40 billion. This ro…
The Japan TimesSoftBank to Establish and List AI Robotics Firm Roze in US This Year
SoftBank Group aims to create a standalone AI robotics and data center company named Roze in the United States, targeting a $100 billion valuation. The firm plans to list Roze as early as this year to offset major AI investments. Masayoshi Son is leading the initiative amid commi…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit Over Shift From Nonprofit
Elon Musk testified for a second day in a federal trial in Oakland, California, accusing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman of betraying the company's founding nonprofit mission. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI in 2015 and invested $38 million, claims the shift to a for-profit entity violated ini…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI For-Profit Shift Trial
Elon Musk testified for over three hours in the ongoing trial where he accuses OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman of betraying the company's founding nonprofit mission by converting to a for-profit structure. OpenAI's lawyers countered that Musk's lawsuit stems from jealousy and competiti…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMicrosoft Secures Royalty-Free Access to OpenAI AI Through 2030 in Revised Partnership
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella detailed the company's revised partnership with OpenAI during an earnings call, highlighting retained access to advanced AI without payments. The deal follows OpenAI's new collaborations, including with Amazon. Microsoft's AI business reported a $37 bi…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit
Elon Musk testified in a California court this week, accusing OpenAI executives of deceiving him by shifting the company from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity. OpenAI countered that Musk supported the change and is motivated by competition from his own AI firm. The trial, invol…
techcentral.co.zaBrockman Testifies in Musk OpenAI Lawsuit Over $30 Billion Stake
OpenAI President Greg Brockman testified in federal court that his stake in the company is worth nearly $30 billion, amid Elon Musk's lawsuit accusing the firm of abandoning its nonprofit mission. The trial in Oakland, California, centers on OpenAI's evolution from a 2015 nonprof…
under30ceo.comCalifornia Court Allows Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI to Proceed
Elon Musk took the stand this week in a federal trial in Oakland, California, accusing OpenAI of betraying its original non-profit mission. The case, pitting Musk against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, enters its second week on May 4, 2026, with live audio streaming available to the publ…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit
Elon Musk concluded three days of testimony in his lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, accusing them of breaching the company's original nonprofit mission. The trial, underway in Oakland, California, revealed private communications and financial details from OpenAI's founding.…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit Over Nonprofit-to-Profit Shift
Elon Musk completed three days on the witness stand in his federal trial against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of betraying the company's original nonprofit mission. The case, underway in Oakland, California, has revealed private communications and drawn protests o…
under30ceo.comElon Musk Testifies in Lawsuit Against OpenAI and Sam Altman
Tesla CEO Elon Musk testified in his lawsuit against OpenAI, describing most cryptocurrencies as scams while discussing the company's past fundraising plans. The comment came amid combative cross-examination in the ongoing trial over OpenAI's shift from nonprofit to for-profit st…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit Over Leadership Dispute
Elon Musk testified before a jury on Wednesday, describing a falling out with other OpenAI leaders. He stated they desired to get rich from a project meant for public good. The testimony lasted hours, according to reports.
rte.ieDocuments Unsealed in Musk v. Altman OpenAI Founding Lawsuit
The jury trial in Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, and Microsoft over OpenAI's mission began on Monday in a California federal court. Exhibits including emails and documents from 2015 detail early plans for the AI lab, its governance, and funding.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewB.C. School Shooting Victims' Families Sue OpenAI and Sam Altman
Seven families of victims from a February 2026 school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, have sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman in a San Francisco federal court. The lawsuits allege negligence for failing to report the shooter's flagged ChatGPT interactions to authorit…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTrial Begins in Lawsuit Over OpenAI's Shift to For-Profit
Elon Musk testified in a California federal court trial accusing OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman of breaching the company's founding non-profit mission by converting to a for-profit entity. The lawsuit also names OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman and investor Microsoft, seeking to revert…
under30ceo.comElon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Proceeds to Trial
Elon Musk accused OpenAI CEO Sam Altman of breaching the company's original nonprofit mission during opening testimony in a federal trial. The case examines OpenAI's shift to a commercial structure and involves claims of unjust enrichment. A verdict is expected in late May.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWitness Testifies on OpenAI Origins in Ongoing Trial
A witness in a trial involving OpenAI described their role in founding the organization. The testimony included details on conceiving the idea, naming it, recruiting personnel, and providing initial funding. The witness emphasized choosing a non-profit structure deliberately.
Nbc NewsElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI For-Profit Shift Trial
Elon Musk testified in a federal trial against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of abandoning the company's nonprofit mission. He cited meetings with Barack Obama and Larry Page to underscore his AI safety concerns. The case, filed in 2024, seeks over $100 billion in dama…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOpenAI Updates Coding Agent Instructions to Restrict Irrelevant Mentions of Creatures
OpenAI's instructions for its coding agent explicitly forbid discussing goblins, gremlins and other creatures unless relevant. This directive appears in tools tied to the newly released GPT-5.5 model. Users reported models fixating on such terms when using acquired tool OpenClaw.
techcentral.co.zaElon Musk Testifies in OpenAI Lawsuit Against Sam Altman
Tesla CEO Elon Musk testified in a California court on Tuesday in his lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI. The case alleges that OpenAI shifted from its nonprofit mission to prioritize profits. Musk warned that a loss could undermine charitable foundations across America.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOpenAI Develops Recursive AI Features and Supports Self-Improving Systems Startup
OpenAI has introduced advancements in recursive AI, including a new image model capable of generating screenshots of simulated chats. A startup partially funded by OpenAI is working on AI systems that improve themselves without human input. Leaked information reveals unknown mode…
under30ceo.comJury Sworn In for Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI in Oakland Federal Court
A federal trial pitting Elon Musk against OpenAI co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman commenced with jury selection on April 27 in Oakland, California. Musk seeks over $130 billion in damages, alleging betrayal of the company's nonprofit mission through its for-profit shift.
under30ceo.comElon Musk Sues Sam Altman and OpenAI in California Court
Elon Musk's legal battle against Sam Altman and OpenAI commenced with jury selection in a federal court in Oakland, California. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI breached its founding agreement by shifting to a for-profit model and partnering with Microsoft. The case could have sig…
under30ceo.comTrial Opens in Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Over Nonprofit Commitments
Opening arguments in the federal trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI executives Sam Altman and Greg Brockman are scheduled for Tuesday in Oakland, California. Musk accuses the company of breaching promises to remain a nonprofit. The case follows jury selection on Monday and could…
medianama.comOpenAI Falls Short of User and Revenue Goals
OpenAI has fallen short of its own projections for new users and revenue, prompting internal concerns about the sustainability of its data center investments. Company leaders, including the CFO and board, have questioned the large-scale spending in light of slowing growth. The de…