OpenAI to Cut Off Cursor's Access to Its Models After SpaceX Acquisition
OpenAI has announced it will end its agreement to supply AI models to Cursor, the popular AI-powered coding assistant, following its acquisition by SpaceX. The cutoff is scheduled for November 12, 2026, with OpenAI applying the maximum notice period allowed under its contract. Future OpenAI model releases will not be made available to Cursor at all. What Happened OpenAI confirmed it is terminating the contract under which it supplies its models to Cursor, a widely used AI coding tool built on top of large language models. The decision follows SpaceX's acquisition of Cursor. According to OpenAI's own announcement, access will be cut off on November 12, 2026. OpenAI stated it is using the longest notice period permitted under its existing agreement, giving Cursor's developer base time to migrate before support ends. Crucially, the company also made clear that any models it releases going forward will not be offered to Cursor, meaning the relationship isn't just wi...