Wired
Apple Is Suing OpenAI for Allegedly Stealing Hardware Secrets
Friday, July 10, 2026
Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI alleging that OpenAI encouraged former Apple employees to share confidential presentations, secret prototypes, and key supplier information. The lawsuit does not specify the number of employees involved or provide dates for the alleged transfers. Apple's complaint includes claims that OpenAI sought access to hardware secrets through these employee departures.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/apple-sues-openai-allegedly-stealing-ip-hardware/
