Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, has raised alarms over Apple Inc.'s potential integration of OpenAI's artificial intelligence software at the operating system level, citing security risks and issuing a stern warning against the move.

Apple boasts a massive user base, with over 1.4 billion active iPhone users worldwide, alongside an estimated 100 million Mac users and a growing Apple Watch user base.

Musk's concerns emerged following a presentation by Apple Inc. where the tech giant unveiled plans to incorporate OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot into its Siri digital assistant. Musk swiftly condemned the prospective tie-up, labeling it a "security violation" in a post on the social media platform X.

The Tesla CEO outlined stringent measures, declaring that Apple devices would be banned from his companies if OpenAI integration at the OS level proceeded. Additionally, visitors would be required to deposit their Apple devices in a Faraday cage at the entrance to prevent any electronic interference or data transmission.

Apple, however, maintains that its collaboration with OpenAI aims to enhance user experience through advanced AI-driven functionalities while prioritizing privacy and security. The tech giant employs a blend of on-device processing and cloud computing to safeguard user data.

Musk remained skeptical, questioning Apple's ability to ensure data security amidst AI integration. He expressed disbelief in Apple's decision to rely on OpenAI for AI technologies instead of developing its own solutions.

The backdrop to Musk's opposition stems from his contentious history with OpenAI. Founded in 2015 with a mission to advance AI for societal benefit, OpenAI's pivot towards profit-driven ventures prompted Musk to initiate legal action against the organization and its CEO, Sam Altman, earlier this year.

In response, Musk launched xAI, positioning it as an alternative to OpenAI's offerings and emphasizing responsible and ethical AI development. With a valuation of $24 billion, xAI competes directly with ChatGPT, reflecting broader industry battles over the future of AI and data control.

Musk's stance underscores the growing tension between tech titans as they navigate the complexities of AI integration and user data protection in an increasingly interconnected digital landscape.