OpenAI asks judge to dismiss Apple trade secrets suit
OpenAI argues Apple’s secrecy practices weaken claims that ex-employees stole protected information.
Why it matters
The case could test how courts treat employee mobility and confidential information disputes as AI companies compete for talent. It also puts pressure on firms to show strong internal controls when asserting trade secret claims.
The key points
- 1.OpenAI moved to dismiss Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit.
- 2.Apple says its investigation now includes additional former staff.
- 3.OpenAI argues Apple did not make reasonable secrecy efforts.
OpenAI asked a federal judge to dismiss Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit, calling the allegations meritless and arguing Apple is mischaracterizing employee actions and generic product development information as trade secrets. The motion responds to Apple’s July lawsuit alleging former Apple employees who joined OpenAI stole confidential documents. Apple said in a separate filing that its investigation has widened and that additional former staff may have retained or accessed confidential information.
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