Elon Musk warns Apple about potentially banning iPhones.
When Apple's executives announced plans for AI at a conference, Elon Musk made a post on social media. If ChatGPT is actually integrated into the operating systems, he threatened to ban iPhones and other Apple devices in his companies where "spy software" is present.
Apple described the implementation of AI features as a big step for the company, but their own capabilities are limited, so ChatGPT is involved. They assured everyone that data protection would be maintained, but Musk was not convinced. He vented his frustration on social media, telling Tim Cook to stop this "creepy spy software" or face a ban on all Apple devices in his businesses.
In his own timeline, Musk hinted that visitors would have to give up their Apple devices, which would be kept in a cage that blocks electromagnetic fields. If Apple decides to work closely with OpenAI at the operating system level, this would be a major security risk. It's bizarre that Apple can't create their own AI but wants to rely on OpenAI for security and privacy. Apple has no idea what it's getting into when it gives its data to OpenAI. They'll be deceived and sold out.
Musk also made fun of OpenAI with memes in response to a post from someone on social media. In it, they suggested that people should remember how Scarlett Johansson asked OpenAI not to use her voice, but she was still cloned anyway. Now, imagine what they could do with phone data, even if they're not allowed.
Apple ensures data protection, says Musk didn't pay attention
Musk might not have been fully informed about the Apple keynote. In it, there was no mention of ChatGPT being a part of the operating system and putting user data at risk. ChatGPT will be optional, with a confirmation required for its use, IP addresses will be hidden, and OpenAI won't store requests. However, if accounts are linked for extra features, ChatGPT's data policies would apply.
Musk's reaction could be related to his dislike of OpenAI, with whom he's had a history. In March, he sued the company over its alliance with Microsoft. This goes against OpenAI's original purpose, which is to create AI for humanity's benefit, as his lawyer explained. Now, OpenAI is essentially a Microsoft subsidiary. "Under the new management, AI will not only be developed but will also be enhanced to boost Microsoft's earnings, not for the benefit of humanity."
xAI, a new AI project
Musk was once a co-founder of OpenAI in 2015, but he left in 2018. Now, he's leading his own AI project, xAI, and has already received $6 billion from investors, including Saudi Arabian Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud. Reuters estimates xAI's worth at $24 billion.
In a blog post, xAI states that they focus on creating advanced AI systems that are truthful, competent, and in the best interest of all humanity. Their goal is to understand the true nature of the universe. [MsxAI] (https://x.ai)
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When Apple announced its AI plans, Musk wasn't happy. He told Tim Cook to stop their "creepy spy software" or he'd ban all Apple devices in his businesses. He even suggested keeping Apple devices in a Faraday cage to prevent them from interfering. Elon Musk doesn't trust OpenAI and thinks Apple has no idea what's happening when they give their data away. He's started his own AI project, xAI, and says it's all about helping people and understanding the universe.
