Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, openly lambasted Apple on June 10th in response to the company’s announcement about its relationship with OpenAI. Musk voiced his worries about the possible security hazards associated with incorporating OpenAI’s technology into Apple’s operating systems in several social media posts. Musk made it clear that he would forbid Apple products from being used on the company’s property if Apple included OpenAI in its products.
Musk made his comments in response to Apple’s June 10 announcement that it has worked with OpenAI to incorporate ChatGPT into its products. Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, referred to it as the company’s “next big step” and termed it the new “Apple Intelligence” system.
The declaration was made at Apple’s yearly developer conference. Cook and his team outlined this year’s advancements. It involves utilising AI to improve the Siri user experience. The next software update is anticipated to include more customisable options.
Apple will be able to develop its own exclusive generative AI features with the support of OpenAI. During the launch, Cook referred to it as a “new personal intelligence system” that was tailored to the user and based on Apple’s own generative AI models.
Siri will be able to query the chatbots to leverage the capabilities of OpenAI models. But before asking Siri to ask an OpenAI model a question, the user must grant Siri permission. The goal of Apple and OpenAI’s partnership is to incorporate OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI capabilities into Apple’s ecosystem, revolutionising how people interact with the devices.
Musk’s adamant position regarding AI use
Musk is renowned for supporting careful advancements in AI. He was unreserved in his criticism of Apple’s choice to work with OpenAI. If the collaboration materialised, he vowed to outlaw Apple products from all of his businesses, including SpaceX, Tesla, and others. “It’s patently absurd that Apple isn’t smart enough to make their own AI, yet is somehow capable of ensuring that OpenAI will protect your security & privacy!” Musk stated, criticising Apple for collaborating with OpenAI. After your data is turned over to OpenAI, Apple has no idea what’s truly happening. They are selling you short.
Elon Musk voiced security concerns
Elon Musk’s primary worry is about the security ramifications of integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities straight into the operating system of popular consumer electronics. According to Musk, it might lead to serious security flaws that might expose users to hacks and other security risks. Musk used the Indian Coconut Water sharing meme to make his point, even though he was furious at the announcement and to inject some comedy into the conversation.
Apple didn’t reply to Elon Musk
Apple has not responded to the billionaire’s criticism of the former’s choice to collaborate with OpenAI. But given the company’s track record of putting user security and privacy first, it’s possible that they were aware of the possible security risks that artificial intelligence could pose. As a calculated move to improve its AI skills and take on rival digital behemoths like Google and Amazon, Apple partnered with OpenAI.
Elon Musk’s decision to publicly criticise Apple’s AI integration ambitions highlights the difficult decisions and discussions the tech sector is having as it moves closer to a more integrated society in which artificial intelligence will play a far more significant role in everyday life. Notably, Musk was the only person to introduce Grok, X’s AI model. Gaining the public’s trust and approval will depend heavily on implementing strong security protocols and addressing ethical issues as businesses like Apple and OpenAI push the limits of technical innovation.
