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Elon Musk testified Wednesday that he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI, alleging the company reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress. Musk's lawsuit claims OpenAI abandoned its founding mission when it created a for-profit subsidiary.

The lawsuit has no direct market impact on public equities since OpenAI remains private. However, if Musk prevails, it could force structural changes to OpenAI's governance or force a settlement that affects the company's valuation and cap table—relevant for investors holding secondary OpenAI shares.

This dispute highlights tensions between nonprofit governance and for-profit AI development. The outcome will set precedent for how AI companies can transition from research institutions to commercial entities, affecting future startup structures in the sector.