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Apple accuses OpenAI of destroying evidence
Apple has filed for expedited discovery in its ongoing lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the AI company is actively destroying evidence. Apple contends that OpenAI did not properly inspect a MacBook linked to a former employee who allegedly accessed and used confidential Apple data for his work at OpenAI. The tech giant's filing asserts significant risks to forensic evidence, increasing the stakes in the trade secrets dispute. OpenAI counters the claims, attributing the situation to Apple's own mismanagement of its employee exit processes.
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Published 1 Sept 2026, 19:05 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Apple claims OpenAI failed to properly inspect a MacBook related to a former employee.
- The lawsuit hinges on allegations of stolen trade secrets from Apple.
- Apple filed for expedited discovery, expressing concerns over potential evidence destruction.
- OpenAI disputes Apple's claims, blaming its employee exit processes.
- Evidence found suggests possible retention of confidential Apple information by Liu.
Interesting facts
- Three former Apple employees joined OpenAI, which is at the center of the lawsuit.
- Apple asserts the need to protect transient forensic evidence from loss during discovery.