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May 4, 2026

Elon Musk Reaches Out to OpenAI's Greg Brockman About Case Settlement

May 4, 2026
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Elon Musk contacted OpenAI President Greg Brockman prior to a legal battle to discuss a potential settlement. Brockman proposed that both parties withdraw their claims, but Musk responded with a warning about public backlash.

Elon Musk Reaches Out to OpenAI's Greg Brockman About Case Settlement
  • Elon Musk sent a message to OpenAI President Greg Brockman two days before a court case began.
  • Musk inquired about OpenAI's interest in settling the legal dispute.
  • Brockman suggested that both sides drop their claims.
  • Musk responded with a warning that he and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman would face significant public backlash if they did not agree to the settlement.
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