Elon, Inc. Musk and Altman Enter 'Post Old Emails' Era of Feud
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Dec 17, 2024 
Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX, dives into his latest feud with Sam Altman, breaching past communications that suggest differing priorities in AI safety. The discussion heats up with insights from Bloomberg reporter Loren Grush regarding the implications of billionaire Jared Isaacman’s influence on NASA and Musk's agenda. They also explore Musk's innovative preschool project, aimed at shaping education through a far-right lens, revealing his controversial approach to learning. Tune in for a mix of tech rivalry and educational reform!
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Musk's Lawsuit and OpenAI's Response
- Elon Musk's lawsuit alleges OpenAI wrongly profited from his AI safety funding.
- OpenAI's released emails suggest Musk prioritized control and potential merger with Tesla.
OpenAI's Public Response Strategy
- OpenAI is strategically using public blog posts alongside court filings in their dispute with Musk.
- They're releasing emails gradually, highlighting Musk's seeming contradictions regarding OpenAI's for-profit status.
XAI's Valuation
- XAI, Musk's AI company, is estimated to be his third most valuable, potentially worth tens of billions.
- This valuation surpasses X (formerly Twitter), despite the latter's $44 billion acquisition cost.