UPDATE: A fierce legal battle has erupted among fitness influencers over a staggering $30 million empire, ignited by allegations of betrayal and financial misconduct. The lawsuit was filed in the Supreme Court of New York on January 16, 2026, revealing shocking claims that the founders of the successful calorie-tracking app, Cal AI, conspired to eliminate a key partner from the business.
Health influencer Hussein Beydoun, 24, accuses his former partners—Zachary Yadegari, 18, Henry Langmack, 18, and Blake Anderson, 24—of a calculated effort to push him out of the company after he played a crucial role in its rise to fame. Beydoun’s complaint outlines that he was effectively frozen out of the decision-making process and denied access to financial records, despite holding a 25 percent stake in the app’s parent company, Viral Development.
Cal AI, which skyrocketed to popularity and reportedly generated monthly revenues exceeding $150,000, is now at the center of a bitter dispute. Beydoun claims the other founders engaged in a “freeze-out merger,” transferring assets to new entities without his consent. He alleges that their lavish lifestyles—highlighted by purchases of luxury cars worth over $750,000—stand in stark contrast to his situation, where he feels “in the dark and empty-handed.”
In a statement to the media, Yadegari dismissed Beydoun’s claims as a “frivolous money grab,” insisting that he contributed little to the app’s success. The fallout from this lawsuit reflects not only personal grievances but also significant financial implications for the burgeoning tech startup.
Beydoun’s lawsuit seeks to overturn the merger and restore his share of the company. He argues that the other founders failed to follow proper legal protocols, leaving him without any say in the company that he helped launch. The case is set against a backdrop of rapid growth; Cal AI has been projected to make $30 million this year alone, driven by its innovative approach to calorie tracking.
As tensions rise, the influence of social media and public perception may play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome. The founders have already garnered accolades, with all three being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2026, while Beydoun feels sidelined from the recognition and rewards of their collective success.
With the lawsuit in motion, the next steps will involve court proceedings that could redefine ownership and control within the company. Observers are waiting to see how this high-profile case will unfold, and its ramifications for the fitness tech industry as a whole.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story continues to unfold.
