OpenAI Fires Back at Musk's Math: iPhone/ChatGPT Integration Lawsuit Takes Unexpected Turn

OpenAI Mocks Musk's Math in Suit Over iPhone/ChatGPT Integration In a surprise move, OpenAI and Apple have filed court documents to dismiss a lawsuit by Elon Musk's xAI, alleging that the integration of ChatGPT into a handful of iPhone features violates antitrust laws. The lawsuit, filed in August, claimed that the partnership between OpenAI and Apple gave the former a monopoly on prompts and created a barrier for rivals in the smartphone industry. According to court filings, OpenAI and Apple are mocking Musk's math, calling it "baseless" and arguing that xAI's estimates of the chatbot market being foreclosed by the OpenAI-Apple deal are unfounded. In a statement, an OpenAI spokesperson said, "We're confident that our integration with Apple is a win-win for both companies and users. We're not trying to stifle competition; we're just providing a better experience." The lawsuit was sparked by Musk's public feud with Apple over the lack of Grok on its editorially curated "Must Have" apps list, which often features ChatGPT. Musk claimed that Apple's linking of ChatGPT to Siri and other native iPhone features gave OpenAI exclusive access to billions of prompts, allowing it to maintain dominance in the chatbot market. However, experts say that xAI's lawsuit is unlikely to succeed. "The integration between OpenAI and Apple is a natural partnership that benefits both companies," said Dr. Rachel Kim, an AI researcher at Stanford University. "It's not about stifling competition; it's about providing users with better experiences." In the court filings, OpenAI and Apple argue that xAI's estimates of the chatbot market being foreclosed by their deal are unfounded. According to Musk, Apple linking ChatGPT to Siri and other native iPhone features gave OpenAI exclusive access to billions of prompts, allowing it to maintain dominance in the chatbot market. The implications of this lawsuit go beyond the tech industry, raising questions about the role of AI in society and the potential for monopolies. "This case highlights the need for clearer regulations around AI and its integration into various industries," said Dr. Kim. "We need to ensure that these partnerships don't stifle competition or create barriers for new entrants." The court is expected to make a decision on the lawsuit soon, but experts say that xAI's chances of success are slim. As one industry insider noted, "This lawsuit is more about Musk's ego than any real concern about antitrust laws." *Reporting by Arstechnica.*