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Apple (AAPL) Sues OpenAI for Allegedly Stealing Trade Secrets

Published on 7/11/2026

Apple (AAPL) Sues OpenAI for Allegedly Stealing Trade Secrets

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Apple (AAPL) has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that the AI company stole trade secrets from Apple’s hardware division. The lawsuit alleges that former Apple employees recruited by OpenAI brought proprietary hardware prototypes to interviews, which constitutes theft of confidential information. This legal action reflects the ongoing tensions in the tech industry surrounding intellectual property and competition for talent. The outcome of this lawsuit could impact the operations of both companies and the broader tech landscape, raising concerns over trade secret protections.

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