Elon Musk Threatens Corporate War on Apple Products

Elon Musk is gearing up to ban Apple devices at his companies, igniting a fierce debate in the tech world. This drastic measure comes in response to Apple’s controversial decision to integrate OpenAI’s technology into its iPhones, raising significant security concerns for Musk.

Elon Musk Threatens to Ban Apple Devices

Elon Musk has declared that Apple devices will be banned at his companies. This follows Apple’s announcement of integrating OpenAI’s technology into iPhones, allowing Siri to handle some queries via ChatGPT.

Musk Cites Security Concerns

Musk described this update as an “unacceptable security violation.” He insisted that if Apple proceeds with the integration, visitors will need to check their Apple devices at the door, where they will be stored in a Faraday cage.

Impact on SpaceX and Tesla

The potential ban would likely affect both SpaceX and Tesla, as well as X, the social media platform owned by Musk. This move underscores Musk’s serious stance on security issues related to AI integration.

Apple’s New Feature Rollout

Apple announced that the new feature would be available later this year, with OpenAI confirming the integration. Both companies emphasized privacy protections, assuring that user requests would not be stored and IP addresses would be obscured.

Enhanced Siri Capabilities

With this integration, Siri will be able to send requests to ChatGPT for more complex queries. This includes the ability to handle documents and photos, enhancing the virtual assistant’s functionality.

Introduction of “Writing Tools”

Apple is also launching a system called “Writing Tools,” which will allow users to generate content and rewrite documents. This feature aims to assist users in creating content in various styles or with fewer words.

Expanding to Image Generation

In addition to text, Apple will integrate OpenAI’s image generation technology, enabling users to create illustrations for their documents. These features are part of the “Apple Intelligence” suite, combining Apple’s technologies with those from OpenAI.

Altman’s Silent Presence at WWDC

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, attended Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference where the new features were unveiled. Despite his presence, he did not appear during the official presentation.

Musk’s Fraught History with OpenAI

Elon Musk and OpenAI share a complex past, with Musk being a co-founder in 2015. Over time, he has become increasingly critical, accusing the company of straying from its original mission.

Legal Battles and Accusations

Musk has sued OpenAI and Altman, claiming they prioritize profits over principles. OpenAI has firmly rejected Musk’s allegations, maintaining their commitment to their founding mission.

Tensions with Apple

Musk’s relationship with Apple has also seen its ups and downs. In 2022, he criticized Apple and CEO Tim Cook over the company’s revenue cut from iPhone payments, but later met with Cook at Apple’s headquarters.