OpenAI wins Elon Musk’s lawsuit, clearing the way for an IPO

A U.S. jury rejected Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI, finding the claims were filed after the legal deadline.

The verdict did not hold OpenAI, Sam Altman, or Greg Brockman liable, and Musk said he will appeal.

The ruling removes a major legal hurdle as OpenAI moves closer to a potential IPO.

It also strengthens OpenAI’s commercial path, despite continuing criticism over its shift from nonprofit roots.