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Apple Seeks Expedited Discovery in OpenAI Trade‑Secret Lawsuit
WHY IT MATTERS
The outcome will determine how quickly Apple can access key evidence, potentially shaping the trajectory of the trade‑secret dispute and influencing future litigation over AI‑derived technology.
What happened
Apple has filed for expedited discovery in its lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the AI company is actively destroying evidence. The filing claims OpenAI only recently returned a MacBook used by a former Apple employee, which contained discussions about “destroying the types of forensic data Apple needs.”
Apple’s suit accuses OpenAI of stealing trade secrets to build an AI device, focusing on three ex‑Apple employees who joined the company, including Chang Liu.
The court will decide whether Apple can compel OpenAI to produce the requested materials sooner.
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Apple accuses OpenAI of destroying evidence
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