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In a federal lawsuit, Apple has accused OpenAI of orchestrating a calculated campaign to steal confidential trade secrets and hardware blueprints. The legal filing highlights the actions of a former iPhone engineer who allegedly joined the startup while retaining a company laptop and utilizing a software bug to access private servers. This conflict marks a sharp decline in the relationship between the two tech giants, who were recently collaborating on artificial intelligence integrations. OpenAI has officially issued a denial of these claims, asserting they have no interest in the intellectual property of other firms. The high-stakes litigation arrives at a critical moment as the AI startup prepares for a massive initial public offering. Underpinning the dispute is an intense competition for dominance in the emerging market for AI-powered consumer devices.

Apple Sues OpenAI Over Stolen Hardware Blueprints

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Apple Sues OpenAI Over Stolen Hardware Blueprints