In week two of the high-stakes legal battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI, the narrative shifted as OpenAI president Greg Brockman revealed that Musk had actually pushed for a for-profit entity within the organisation. This revelation comes amid accusations from Musk that Sam Altman and Brockman misled him about OpenAI's nonprofit status.

Brockman testified that in summer 2017, Musk orchestrated discussions to create a for-profit arm of OpenAI, with Musk wanting majority control. The painting incident—a Tesla—became a symbol of the fraught negotiations, suggesting Musk’s attempts to secure power within the company were met with resistance.

Shivon Zilis also provided insight, revealing that Musk tried to lure Sam Altman away from OpenAI for his electric car company, Tesla. This adds another layer of complexity to the legal battle, hinting at personal and professional tensions that run deep.

The outcome could significantly impact both companies. While Musk seeks to unwind recent changes and remove key personnel, the trial highlights broader questions about AI governance and its future trajectory in a profit-driven world.