Judge Warns Lawyers in Musk v. Altman Trial That AI Itself Is Not On Trial

On the third day of testimony in the high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and Sam Altman, a judge cautioned lawyers that the legal proceedings are not about the artificial intelligence itself. The trial has evolved into a broader battle over the future of the AI industry and corporate liability, with Musk facing accusations regarding the safety and direction of OpenAI. This legal clash carries major implications for the entire AI sector, potentially setting precedents for how tech giants are held accountable for their models.