Apple Inc.'s AAPL Craig Federighi has revealed that users will be able to opt out of the integration of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, a move that could alleviate mounting concerns about AI privacy.
What Happened: Apple unveiled its in-house AI suite, Apple Intelligence, and a partnership with OpenAI at the Worldwide Developers Conference on Monday. The new AI features will be available on Apple devices this fall.
Apple’s integration of ChatGPT with its Siri feature will allow the AI model to quickly answer user questions by scanning the internet. However, users will have the option to opt out of this integration, a move that could address growing concerns about AI privacy.
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Apple’s decision to offer an opt-out option comes amid increasing worries about OpenAI’s commitment to safety. Current and former employees have expressed concerns about the company’s financial motivations and its approach to creating responsible AI.
After an interview with Apple executives revealed that ChatGPT integration will be disabled by default, Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk said "Good."
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Why It Matters: This comes in the wake of Musk’s threat to ban Apple devices from Tesla and SpaceX if Apple integrates OpenAI at the OS level, citing it as an “unacceptable security violation.”
Musk’s concerns about data security and privacy issues were echoed by analysts, who also questioned Apple’s partnership with OpenAI.
Apple’s decision to allow users to opt out of the ChatGPT integration could be seen as a step towards addressing these concerns. It also aligns with Apple’s broader AI strategy, which includes using OpenAI’s technology for AI writing summaries across its operating systems.
Apple also unveiled the iOS 18 update with significant quality-of-life improvements, including customization options and a better messaging experience.
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