# The 2018 break in their relationship has led to a very public legal battle between the two billionaires.

*genai · news · 2026-05-02 · Toronto Sun*

## Key points

- Elon Musk and Sam Altman are in a month-long federal court trial over OpenAI's mission.
- Musk is suing for billions in wrongful gains, alleging OpenAI abandoned its original non-profit mission.
- Musk attempted to purchase OpenAI's assets several times in recent years.
- Both Musk and Altman are expected to testify, with their conduct and motives under scrutiny.

**Companies:** OpenAI
**Countries:** United States

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