October 11, 2025 · 24-Hour AI Briefing: OpenAI Challenges Tech Giants, Apple Eyes Home Security, Xiaomi Tops China’s Smartphone Sales
In the past 24 hours, the global AI landscape has seen major shifts. OpenAI has called on EU regulators to investigate “anti-competitive behavior” among tech giants, Apple is moving deeper into home AI ecosystems, and Xiaomi has achieved a major sales milestone in China.
The race between AI platforms and hardware ecosystems is heating up faster than ever.
1. OpenAI Files Antitrust Complaint Against Tech Giants
OpenAI has submitted a complaint to the EU antitrust authority, accusing Google, Microsoft, and Apple of harmful practices.
The company emphasized that these giants are using their data dominance and platform lock-in mechanisms to hinder fair competition and restrict emerging AI players. OpenAI urged regulators to ensure openness in the market.
Commentary:
This marks a tense “civil war among allies.” Microsoft — OpenAI’s largest investor and infrastructure provider — remains a strategic partner but is also building its own AI empire (Copilot, Azure AI, Phi models).
Google’s Gemini ecosystem dominates search and data, while Apple’s iOS tightly integrates Apple Intelligence across devices.
If users become fully locked into Apple, Microsoft, and Google’s ecosystems, OpenAI’s platform ambitions could be in serious jeopardy.
Ironically, OpenAI now finds itself confronting its own benefactors — and the EU might become its unexpected ally.
2. Apple in Talks to Acquire Computer Vision Startup Prompt AI
Apple is reportedly in negotiations to acquire Prompt AI, a computer vision startup known for its product Seemour, which connects to home security cameras and offers advanced object and behavior recognition.
Commentary:
Founded in 2023 with only 11 employees, Prompt AI specializes in high-precision visual analytics and real-time alerts.
If the deal goes through, this would mark Apple’s key move in AI + home security + privacy computing.
Home security has long been a missing link in the Apple Intelligence ecosystem. By integrating Prompt AI’s technology into HomeKit and Vision Pro, Apple could significantly boost the smart vision capabilities of the iPhone and Apple Watch.
A small but strategic acquisition — one that could quietly strengthen Apple’s AI foundation.
3. Xiaomi Tops China’s Smartphone Market with the 17 Series
Xiaomi has ranked #1 in China’s smartphone sales for two consecutive weeks, surpassing Apple and vivo.
The Xiaomi 17 Series has already sold over one million units since launch.
Commentary:
Launched on September 27, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has seen massive demand, driven by upgrades in performance, imaging, display, and AI integration.
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and Leica-tuned cameras, the 17 Series offers flagship quality at a mid-range price — a winning formula.
Still, while one million units is a record for Xiaomi, it remains far behind Apple’s global iPhone launch figures.
Xiaomi’s real challenge now lies in sustaining its momentum overseas — but for now, it’s a breakthrough moment for its premium positioning in China.
The world’s tech race is increasingly defined by three dynamics:
OpenAI seeks to reshape AI market rules, Apple is fusing privacy with hardware innovation, and Xiaomi is mounting a full-scale challenge in consumer hardware.
AI competition is no longer about models alone — it’s a battle across ecosystems, supply chains, and user experience.
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