Apple Files Federal Lawsuit Accusing OpenAI of Systematic Trade Secret Theft
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First reported by N12 · Jul 12, 2026
What happened
Apple has sued OpenAI and top executives for systematically stealing trade secrets from its hardware division, involving hundreds of employees and internal documents. The lawsuit alleges OpenAI coached recruits to bypass security and used stolen information to develop a new AI device led by former Apple designer Jony Ive. This legal battle threatens OpenAI's reputation, IPO plans, and hardware development efforts.
- 01Apple accuses OpenAI of orchestrating systematic trade secret theft from its hardware division.
- 02Hundreds of Apple employees were allegedly recruited and coached to bypass security protocols.
- 03OpenAI's hardware VP Tang Tan and engineer Chang Liu are key defendants in the case.
- 04The lawsuit involves stolen internal documents and attempts to leverage Apple manufacturing partners.
- 05OpenAI denies wrongdoing but faces reputational damage and potential IPO delays.
- 06A ruling for Apple could impose heavy damages and block OpenAI's hardware product development.
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