OpenAI Considers Legal Action Against Apple in Strained Relationship

OpenAI is reportedly weighing legal action against Apple, accusing the company of breaching their 2022 agreement to integrate ChatGPT into Apple’s AI features, including Siri. A source close to OpenAI said the company plans to send Apple a notice claiming a breach of contract, citing frustration over how users access ChatGPT through Siri, which they describe as difficult to find. The partnership was meant to boost ChatGPT subscriptions and make the AI tool prominent within Apple’s ecosystem, but OpenAI claims the integration has fallen short. Apple’s delayed AI upgrades, including issues with Siri’s improvements, have further strained the relationship, while the company has since expanded collaborations with competitors like Google, which announced in January it would use Google’s Gemini AI models for Siri’s functions. OpenAI has attempted to renegotiate the deal but remains dissatisfied with Apple’s execution. The potential legal action could serve as leverage as Apple diversifies its AI partnerships in a rapidly evolving market. Apple has not commented on the matter, though Bloomberg previously reported on the deteriorating partnership. The dispute comes as OpenAI is also embroiled in a multibillion-dollar lawsuit with co-founder Elon Musk, adding to the company’s legal challenges. Meanwhile, Apple’s cautious approach to AI contrasts with rivals investing heavily in AI development, leaving OpenAI to reassess its strategy with key partners.