Elon Musk's AI Startups Sue Apple Over OpenAI's ChatGPT Preference
Elon Musk's AI ventures, xAI and X Corp, have sued Apple in a high-stakes legal battle. The lawsuit, filed in August 2025, alleges that Apple's preferential treatment of OpenAI's ChatGPT stifles innovation and limits consumer choice in the AI sector.
xAI has remained silent on Apple's latest legal response. Apple, however, has strongly refuted Musk's claims. It argues that its partnership with OpenAI does not disadvantage xAI, instead focusing on quality, privacy, safety, and commercial terms. Apple maintains the right to choose its partners and hints at potential collaborations with other generative AI chatbots in the future.
The lawsuit seeks substantial damages, reportedly amounting to billions of dollars. Apple, however, dismisses the case as baseless. It contends that antitrust laws do not obligate it to partner with every AI provider, emphasizing its right to select its business associates.
The legal dispute between Elon Musk and Apple over Apple's partnership with OpenAI continues. Musk's companies, xAI and X Corp, assert that Apple's actions hinder competition, while Apple maintains its right to choose its partners. The outcome of this case could significantly impact the AI industry's competitive landscape.
