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Gonzalez Rogers Keeps the Gavel in Musk v. OpenAI Showdown
technology2 months ago

Gonzalez Rogers Keeps the Gavel in Musk v. OpenAI Showdown

U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers oversees Elon Musk’s $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI in California, accusing it of breaching a charitable trust after OpenAI created a for-profit arm and released ChatGPT. Musk’s attempt to act as his own counsel drew a firm rebuke from the judge—“That’s not how it works, you’re not a lawyer”— underscoring her tight control of the courtroom. A nine‑person jury will render advisory findings, but Gonzalez Rogers will issue the final ruling in a case that sits among her most watched tech litigations.

Musk Takes the Stand in OpenAI Lawsuit, Under a Strict Oakland Judge
business2 months ago

Musk Takes the Stand in OpenAI Lawsuit, Under a Strict Oakland Judge

Elon Musk spent three days on the witness stand in his high-stakes lawsuit against OpenAI in Oakland, recounting his life story and clashing with OpenAI’s attorney during cross-examination as Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers enforced a tight schedule; Musk accuses Sam Altman of deceiving him into donating $38 million to OpenAI and seeks billions in damages plus Altman’s removal, while Altman appeared at times. Protesters gathered outside and a crowded courthouse highlighted the drama surrounding the case, including security lines, seating limits, and the judge’s no-nonsense rulings.

Musk and Altman Face No-Nonsense Judge in OpenAI Trial Showdown
technology2 months ago

Musk and Altman Face No-Nonsense Judge in OpenAI Trial Showdown

Elon Musk and Sam Altman head to trial over OpenAI’s move to a for-profit model, confronting US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland, a no-nonsense jurist who has warned against VIP treatment. Jury selection begins April 27 with witnesses including Satya Nadella and Mira Murati, in a case with potentially far-reaching implications for OpenAI’s leadership, future plans, and Silicon Valley dynamics.