OpenAI to end model access to Cursor after acquisition by Elon Musk's SpaceX
OpenAI plans to end model access through Cursor on Nov. 12, citing concerns after SpaceX’s $60 billion acquisition of the coding startup.
TL;DR
- OpenAI is ending developers' access to its models on Cursor.
- This decision follows SpaceX's acquisition of the AI coding startup Cursor.
- OpenAI cited concerns about SpaceX violating terms of service.
- The shutdown date for OpenAI models via Cursor is set for November 12, 2026.
- This action is part of an ongoing dispute between Elon Musk and OpenAI's leadership.
- Elon Musk previously sued OpenAI, alleging it violated its founding commitments.
- Anthropic, a rival AI company, continues to support Cursor and is increasing compute capacity for its models.