‘Apple is getting this wrong,’ says OpenAI — startup blasts iPhone maker over lawsuit alleging it stole confidential information through ex-Apple employees
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the startup stole trade secrets through former Apple employees. OpenAI has publicly responded to the lawsuit, stating that Apple's allegations are based on false information and that the lawsuit is unnecessary. The case is expected to have a significant impact on OpenAI's hardware development, particularly its rumored AI-powered smart speaker.
- ▪Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in July, alleging the theft of trade secrets through former Apple employees.
- ▪OpenAI has denied the allegations, stating that Apple's claims are based on miscommunications and false information.
- ▪The lawsuit could potentially harm OpenAI's research and operations on consumer hardware if the judge grants Apple's request for a preliminary injunction.
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Tech Industry Big Tech ‘Apple is getting this wrong,’ says OpenAI — startup blasts iPhone maker over lawsuit alleging it stole confidential information through ex-Apple employees News By Jowi Morales Published 4 August 2026 The two companies are getting ready to slug it out in court. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty / Alex Wroblewski) Share Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in July, alleging that the latter stole trade secrets through former Apple employees.
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