Elon Musk’s latest court filing pulls excerpts from Greg Brockman’s private journal, painting a picture that clashes with Musk’s public narrative. The documents reveal that in 2017 the founders agreed on a for‑profit arm while keeping a non‑profit core. Musk’s version omits that the B‑corp structure was a joint decision, not a unilateral move today.

After the split, OpenAI reorganized into a public‑benefit corporation and a controlling non‑profit holding equity worth roughly $130 billion. Musk’s fourth lawsuit, part of a broader harassment strategy, seeks to slow the company and benefit his own venture, xAI. The filings also expose his push to merge OpenAI into Tesla, a proposal that fell through again.

Industry observers note that the dispute underscores the tension between open‑source ideals and commercial ambition. If Musk’s claims hold, OpenAI could face renewed scrutiny over its governance and funding model. Analysts warn that a protracted legal battle may divert resources from AI safety research, delaying progress on the company’s long‑term mission in the near future.