Apple Sues OpenAI and Two Ex‑Employees Over Alleged Trade‑Secret Theft

Apple has taken legal action against OpenAI in a federal court. The complaint alleges that OpenAI misappropriated Apple’s confidential technology. Two former Apple employees are named as participants in the alleged theft. Apple says the stolen information was used to accelerate OpenAI’s AI products. The lawsuit seeks damages and an injunction to stop further use of the data. Apple’s filing includes court records that detail the alleged misconduct. OpenAI has not yet responded publicly to the accusations. The case highlights growing tensions over intellectual property in the AI industry.