Trending Now - Nadella: Musk Never Raised Concerns Over Openai Investments
WHO:
CNBC - Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified in the Musk v. Altman trial.
NBC News - Elon Musk and Sam Altman are involved in the trial regarding control of OpenAI.
WHAT:
Business Insider - Satya Nadella testified that Musk personally thanked him in an August 2017 email after an OpenAI bot defeated a pro player in Dota 2, stating, "Very much appreciated. Will make sure that people know about Microsoft's help."
Business Insider - Nadella revealed that Microsoft took a $15 million loss by allowing OpenAI to use its Azure cloud system at a discount.
Business Insider - Nadella stated that Musk never complained about the partnership, even when Microsoft's investment stake rose by $10 billion in 2023.
Business Insider - Nadella described the firing of Sam Altman as "amateur city," indicating it was a result of "petty grievances" among board members.
The Information - New revenue sharing terms cap OpenAI's payments to Microsoft at $38 billion; they previously could have totaled $135 billion through 2030 if long-term goals were met.
NBC News - Satya Nadella defended OpenAI's pivot to for-profit status, stating, "Without a for-profit entity, it would be hard for OpenAI to pursue its mission."
GeekWire - Satya Nadella testified for roughly two and a half hours in the Musk v. Altman trial.
GeekWire - Nadella revealed internal emails expressing concern about Microsoft's dependence on OpenAI.
GeekWire - Nadella provided new details regarding his input on OpenAI's board following Sam Altman's firing.
Bloomberg - Ilya Sutskever testified that his stake in OpenAI is worth approximately $7 billion.
CNBC - Satya Nadella stated that Elon Musk never raised concerns about Microsoft's investments in OpenAI.
NBC News - The trial is focused on the control of the artificial intelligence startup OpenAI.
WHERE:
CNBC - The trial is taking place in a courtroom setting.
WHEN:
CNBC - Nadella took the stand in the trial on a Monday.
WHY:
CNBC - The context of the trial involves allegations regarding Microsoft's investments in OpenAI and any potential violations of special terms or commitments.
HOW:
GeekWire - Nadella expressed concerns about Microsoft's dependence on OpenAI, indicating he worried about Microsoft being "the next IBM" in the OpenAI deal.
CNBC - Nadella's testimony was part of the legal proceedings in the Musk v. Altman trial.
(UPDATED May 12, 2026 06:02 UTC)
In a recent testimony, Satya Nadella shared that Elon Musk personally thanked him in an email back in August 2017 after an OpenAI bot triumphed over a professional player in Dota 2, expressing appreciation for Microsoft's support. Nadella also disclosed that Microsoft incurred a $15 million loss by providing OpenAI access to its Azure cloud services at a discounted rate, yet Musk never voiced any complaints about their partnership, even as Microsoft's investment stake increased by $10 billion in 2023. Additionally, Nadella characterized the firing of Sam Altman as "amateur city," attributing it to "petty grievances" among board members.
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(UPDATED May 12, 2026 04:12 UTC)
New revenue sharing terms have been established that will cap OpenAI's payments to Microsoft at $38 billion, significantly lower than the potential total of $135 billion that could have been reached by 2030 if long-term goals were met. This change marks a notable shift in the financial dynamics between the two companies. The new agreement reflects a recalibration of expectations and commitments moving forward.
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(UPDATED May 12, 2026 01:30 UTC)
Satya Nadella defended OpenAI's shift to for-profit status, emphasizing that without it, the organization would struggle to fulfill its mission. He also voiced concerns regarding Microsoft's reliance on OpenAI, suggesting he fears the company could end up being "the next IBM" in this evolving partnership. Nadella's comments highlight the complexities of balancing innovation with financial sustainability in the tech industry.
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(UPDATED May 11, 2026 23:19 UTC)
In a significant development in the Musk v. Altman trial, Satya Nadella testified for about two and a half hours, revealing internal emails that raised concerns about Microsoft's reliance on OpenAI. He also shared new insights regarding his involvement on OpenAI's board following the firing of Sam Altman. Meanwhile, Ilya Sutskever testified that his stake in OpenAI is valued at roughly $7 billion.
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(UPDATED May 11, 2026 21:24 UTC)
In a significant development, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified in the ongoing trial between Elon Musk and Sam Altman, which centers on the control of the artificial intelligence startup OpenAI. During his testimony, Nadella stated that Musk never expressed any concerns regarding Microsoft's investments in OpenAI, amidst allegations about potential violations of special terms or commitments. The trial is currently taking place in a courtroom setting, with Nadella taking the stand on a Monday.