Elon Musk and OpenAI face legal battle as tech leaders testify in Oakland court

12 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Apr 27

The trial at the Ronald V. Dellums U.S. Courthouse features Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Satya Nadella, Shivon Zilis, and Tasha McCauley as witnesses.
This high-profile case brings together leading figures from the technology industry, with testimony expected over the next month in Oakland, California.
The trial highlights Oakland's unique role as host, contrasting with the nearby tech hubs of San Francisco and Silicon Valley, and underscores the significance of the Musk-OpenAI legal dispute.

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