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OpenAI Disputes Apple Trade Secret Lawsuit Claims

OpenAI Disputes Apple Trade Secret Lawsuit Claims

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THE BRIEF
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OpenAI has formally pushed back against Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit, labeling the legal action as careless and based on false information regarding internal hiring practices.

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The startup revealed that Apple’s legal team previously confused the surnames of two employees, Wang and Chang, while attempting to contact OpenAI's general counsel.

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OpenAI shared internal messages showing that Apple employees requested assistance from former engineer Liu to transfer files after his departure on January 22, 2026.