Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI has filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI, alleging that the two companies are working together to stifle competition in the AI market. The lawsuit claims that Apple's partnership with OpenAI, which integrates ChatGPT into iPhones, iPads, and Macs, gives OpenAI an unfair advantage and prevents other AI companies, like xAI, from competing.
Musk argues that Apple's exclusive deal with OpenAI makes it impossible for other AI companies to reach the top of the App Store charts, which is a crucial platform for app developers. He also claims that Apple's behavior is "unequivocally an antitrust violation" and that xAI will take immediate legal action.
The lawsuit is part of a larger conflict between Musk and OpenAI, which Musk co-founded in 2015. Musk has also sued OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman in California, seeking to block its transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit business.
Apple's App Store practices have been the focus of multiple lawsuits, including one filed by Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite. A judge ordered Apple to allow greater competition in app payment options, highlighting growing regulatory and legal pressure on the tech giant.
The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for the AI industry and the future of competition in the market. As the case progresses, it will be closely watched by industry experts and stakeholders.
