The relationship between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg has seen a notable transformation from past tensions to recent collaboration, as revealed by newly disclosed texts amid Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI.
Released court documents indicate that on February 3, 2025, Zuckerberg reached out to Musk, offering assistance regarding the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), according to Engadget. This shift underscores a broader potential alliance at a time when Zuckerberg publicly criticized the state of corporate America during an appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast.
In the texts, Zuckerberg stated, “Looks like DOGE is making progress,” offering resources to combat any threats or doxxing related to Musk’s team. This gesture signals an interest in fostering a cooperative relationship between the two tech leaders.
Musk’s response included a heart emoji, indicating a positive reception to Zuckerberg’s outreach. He then broached the subject of potentially bidding on OpenAI alongside Zuckerberg and others.
Zuckerberg expressed a willingness to discuss the bidding opportunity over the phone. However, it was reported that he ultimately opted not to join Musk’s bid for OpenAI.
