Technology · 10 July 2026

Apple sues OpenAI, claims IP theft via ex-VP.

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the AI company stole its intellectual property to develop its own consumer hardware. The iPhone maker alleges that OpenAI's chief hardware officer, a former Apple vice president, directed job candidates to share Apple secrets during interviews. Apple is seeking damages and an order to stop OpenAI from using its trade secrets.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 July 2026 at 21:37

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