By Our Correspondent

National News – The high-stakes legal battle between billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and artificial intelligence firm OpenAI has entered its second week in a California courtroom, drawing global attention.

The case, which began in late April 2026 in Oakland, centers on Musk’s attempt to force OpenAI back into its original non-profit structure.

The trial is being presided over by a federal judge, with testimony continuing throughout early May.

At the heart of the lawsuit is Musk’s claim that OpenAI, co-founded by him and others, has strayed from its founding mission of developing AI for public benefit.

He argues that the company’s transition into a profit-driven model undermines safety and transparency goals.

Musk, who testified last week, said he contributed tens of millions of dollars between 2016 and 2020 to support OpenAI’s early development before disagreements led to his exit.

This week, OpenAI co-founder and president Greg Brockman is expected to face questioning from Musk’s legal team.

Meanwhile, CEO Sam Altman is scheduled to testify later in May.

The case also involves Satya Nadella, whose company is accused of backing OpenAI’s commercial expansion.

The outcome could significantly impact the global AI industry.

OpenAI, currently valued at over $850 billion, is preparing for a potential public offering.

However, a ruling in Musk’s favour could disrupt those plans and reshape competition with rivals like Google and emerging AI firms.

OpenAI’s legal team has rejected Musk’s claims, questioning his motives and pointing to his own AI venture, xAI, as evidence of competing interests.

As both sides present arguments, the trial continues to highlight broader concerns about the future of artificial intelligence, including governance, ethics, and global competition.