The battle for the title of the world's richest person is often a hot topic, especially in the era of tech billionaires. Two prominent names in this category are Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. Both

While Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn't in any danger of struggling to make ends meet, his wealth has taken a significant hit recently as shares of the electric vehicle company tumble on the stock market. Some analysts say it's an indication that Musk's controversial comments and connection to the Trump administration are having an impact on his personal riches.

Fact checked by Giselle Cancio Elon Musk is referred to as "the world's richest man" so frequently that you might think he trademarked the phrase. But the South Africa-born billionaire also holds another distinction: the largest loss ever of a personal fortune.