AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic OpenAI vs. iyO: Inside the Lawsuit
Jun 28, 2025
Explore the legal drama as OpenAI faces off against Johnny Ive's startup iyO over branding issues. Discover the buzz around AI-enhanced earbuds and the skepticism about wearable tech's real-world benefits. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at heated email exchanges that illuminated fierce competition within the industry. The discussion also highlights an AI mindset course aimed at empowering users to engage more effectively with emerging technologies.
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Branding Lawsuit Halts OpenAI
- OpenAI halted public use of the 'IO' brand due to a legal challenge from a Google-backed startup of the same name.
- A US judge issued a temporary restraining order amid the brand dispute, pausing OpenAI's marketing efforts.
AI Earbuds As Game-Changer
- The upcoming AI earbuds device is seen as a promising user interface for AI interaction over phone usage.
- Earbuds could rival other AI wearables by being practical, already worn, and enabling constant voice communication.
Wearables Still Finding Purpose
- Current wearable AI devices like augmented reality glasses are more gimmicky than practical with limited battery life.
- Despite hype, real utility in these devices is still developing and may parallel AI earbuds' market potential.