Elon Musk tells the jury that all he wants to do is save humanity
The Verge
Elon Musk testified in court, framing his business ventures as philanthropic efforts to protect humanity from existential risks like climate change and AI.Summary
During a high-profile trial against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Elon Musk testified that his business career, including SpaceX and Tesla, is driven by a desire to preserve humanity. Musk framed his involvement in AI as an effort to ensure a utopian outcome rather than a dystopian one. Additionally, he accused Altman of betraying the mission of OpenAI, characterizing the company’s shift as akin to stealing a charity, while attempting to contrast his own altruistic motivations against Altman's background.
(Source：The Verge)