Musk’s xAI sues Apple, OpenAI for antitrust violations

In Short:
– Elon Musk’s xAI has sued Apple and OpenAI for alleged anticompetitive practices in the AI sector.
– The lawsuit claims Apple favours OpenAI’s products over rivals in its App Store rankings.

Elon Musk’s xAI has initiated legal action against Apple and OpenAI, alleging an “anticompetitive scheme” intended to hinder rivals in the artificial intelligence sector.

The lawsuit claims that the two companies conspired to uphold monopolies in both the smartphone and AI markets.The lawsuit outlines accusations that Apple has prioritised OpenAI’s products—specifically the ChatGPT chatbot—over competitors like xAI’s Grok in its App Store rankings.

Musk’s complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, describes Apple’s actions as a desperate attempt to protect its dominance in the smartphone market.

Ongoing Dispute

Musk previously threatened legal action against Apple, alleging it violated antitrust laws.

OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman responded to these claims, suggesting Musk is manipulating his platform X for personal gain. In contrast, Apple maintains that its App Store operates fairly, featuring a diverse range of applications.

Musk’s ongoing feud with OpenAI traces back to their co-founding in 2015, with Musk departing in 2018 due to differing visions for the organisation.

The conflict has escalated through various legal disputes and public statements.