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OpenAI Accused of Intimidation Tactics Amid Nonprofit Transition

10/17/2025

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OpenAI faces accusations from at least seven nonprofit organizations that its subpoenas are aggressive tactics to intimidate critics during its transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity.
The nonprofits say the subpoenas are overly broad and seek extensive documentation, including communications related to Elon Musk, who is in a separate lawsuit against OpenAI.
Critics say the subpoenas are harassment aimed at deterring public criticism.

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OpenAI faces accusations from at least seven nonprofit organizations that its subpoenas are aggressive tactics to intimidate critics during its transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity.
The nonprofits say the subpoenas are overly broad and seek extensive documentation, including communications related to Elon Musk, who is in a separate lawsuit against OpenAI.
Critics say the subpoenas are harassment aimed at deterring public criticism.