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Apple Accuses OpenAI of Destroying Evidence in Trade Secrets Lawsuit

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Confidence

80%

Impact: 70%

Updated 2h ago

Consensus Brief

Apple is seeking expedited discovery in its legal battle against OpenAI, alleging that OpenAI has been destroying evidence related to the case. The lawsuit centers on claims that OpenAI stole trade secrets from Apple, particularly involving a former employee who allegedly retained a company-owned MacBook containing sensitive information.

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2h ago

Apple's recent inspection of the MacBook revealed discussions about destroying forensic data and the downloading of confidential Apple circuit schematics by the former employee.

Claim Ledger

3 claims tracked across sources

Confirmed Fact

OpenAI only just handed over a MacBook used by a former employee at the center of the lawsuit.

Official Claim

Apple alleges that Liu downloaded a confidential Apple circuit schematic and used it in his work at OpenAI.

Disputed

OpenAI argues that there is no evidence Liu accessed any Apple information through improper means.

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Source Timeline

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Apple accuses OpenAI of destroying evidence

The Verge·2h ago