Technology tycoons Elon Musk and Sam Altman are set to go in a high-stakes trial over the development of artificial intelligence (AI), which could determine the balance of power in AI. The lawsuit accuses Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, and his top lieutenant, Greg Brockman, of betraying Musk by shifting from their mission to profit from the company's altruistic role. The outcome of the trial could impact the future of AI, a breakthrough technology that is being feared as a potential job killer and existential threat to humanity. However, the trial carries risks for Musk, who was recently found liable for defrauding investors during his $44 billion takeover of Twitter. The judge will make the final decision on the case.