OpenAI CEO downplays fears of Elon Musk using political power against rivals

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addressed concerns about Elon Musk using his political influence to harm competitors. Altman stated it would be "profoundly un-American" for Musk to leverage power for personal business gain. Musk, a key ally to President-elect Donald Trump, has been appointed to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency. Altman acknowledged Musk's xAI as a serious competitor, despite their tense relationship and ongoing litigation. Altman expressed disappointment over their strained ties, calling it "tremendously sad." He noted his respect for Musk's plans to build an xAI data center in Tennessee.


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