In a significant business development, OpenAI’s board has unanimously declined Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion offer to acquire the company. The board emphasized that the proposal did not align with OpenAI’s mission to develop artificial general intelligence for the benefit of all humanity. Despite Musk’s substantial early investment in OpenAI and his recent legal actions alleging the company’s deviation from its nonprofit objectives, the board remains resolute that OpenAI is not for sale. Musk contends that OpenAI has strayed from its founding principles, particularly criticizing its shift toward a for-profit model. In his legal efforts, Musk has expanded his claims to include new defendants, such as Microsoft, and has involved his AI startup, xAI. Nevertheless, OpenAI’s board found Musk’s bid unacceptable, reinforcing their commitment to the organization’s original mission.
State Attorneys General Challenge Musk’s Government Role
A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk and President Donald Trump, alleging that Musk has abused his authority as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The lawsuit, filed in Washington, D.C., claims that President Trump granted Musk nearly unlimited power, thereby violating the constitutional separation of powers. The attorneys general argue that Musk has transformed his position into an unchecked role capable of dismantling federal departments and jeopardizing citizens’ privacy and security. The lawsuit also highlights Musk’s influence over the Defense Department, noting the substantial contracts awarded to his company, SpaceX. The plaintiffs seek to curtail Musk’s authority, asserting that his actions are unconstitutional since he has not been nominated or confirmed by the Senate. They are also requesting that the court compel Musk to disclose any use of unlawfully obtained agency data, including whether it was utilized to train AI models.
Personal Life: Claims of a 13th Child
In personal news, conservative influencer Ashley St Clair has publicly claimed that she secretly gave birth to Elon Musk’s 13th child five months ago. She made this announcement on Valentine’s Day, stating that she had kept the information private to protect her child’s safety. Elon Musk has not confirmed or denied the claim but responded to a fan’s post with a laughing emoji. Musk, 53, has 12 other children with three different women, including his first wife Justine Wilson, Canadian musician Grimes, and Shivon Zilis from Neuralink. The announcement has attracted significant media attention, focusing on Musk’s already complex family dynamics and high-profile personal life.
Musk’s Political Commentary
Elon Musk has recently made headlines with his political commentary, referring to Donald Trump’s victory as a significant turning point for human civilization. He described it as “a fork in the road,” suggesting that he views Trump’s win as a moment that could drastically influence the future direction of humanity, implying a pivotal change in societal and global dynamics.
Government’s Potential Purchase of Armored Teslas
In business news, the U.S. government is reportedly planning to purchase $400 million worth of armored electric vehicles, potentially from Tesla. This follows a recent procurement list released by the Department of State, suggesting that the five-year contract may go to Elon Musk’s company. The vehicles in question are likely to be the Tesla Cybertrucks, known for their “bulletproof” claims and costing nearly $100,000 with full specifications. Despite Musk’s denial of the specific deal, his company SpaceX recently received a $39 million defense contract, indicating strong governmental ties. This development aligns with Musk’s current role as the Secretary of the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump’s administration.
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