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Elon Musk and Sam Altman trade accusations as Grok and ChatGPT rankings spark legal threats
Technology
Published on 24 April 2026
Altman says Musk tweaked X algorithms for profit
A fresh online clash between Elon Musk and Sam Altman has escalated from AI chatbot rankings to antitrust and algorithm manipulation claims. Musk posted on X that Grok has lagged behind ChatGPT while hinting at Apple-related antitrust issues and warning of legal action. Altman fired back quickly, calling the allegations “remarkable” and accusing Musk of gaming X’s algorithms for personal gain.
- Musk claims Grok has stayed behind ChatGPT for nearly a year
- He hints at Apple antitrust concerns and threatens legal action
- Altman disputes Musk’s claims and accuses him of algorithm manipulation
- The dispute shows how AI rivalry is turning into broader legal talk
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