Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging trade secret theft and breach of contract by former employees now working at the AI firm. The suit claims that senior leadership at OpenAI, including Tang Tan, orchestrated the theft of confidential hardware specifications.
Why it matters
This legal battle highlights the intensifying competition between tech giants and AI startups over hardware development and intellectual property.
Apple filed a lawsuit Friday against OpenAI over allegations of trade secret theft and breach of contract.
The article reports on legal filings and allegations from both sides of the dispute.
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