GoKawiilApple submits forensic evidence of stolen files in OpenAI trade secrets suit
Apple has filed new court documents alleging forensic analysis of a laptop used by former engineer Chang Liu after he joined OpenAI shows he downloaded dozens of confidential Apple files, including a circuit schematic, and used proprietary internal tools. Apple also claims Liu asked a coworker to wipe Apple-issued devices once he learned he was under internal investigation, which Apple frames as an attempt to destroy evidence.
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The filing escalates an already expanding lawsuit that now names 11 former Apple employees accused of sharing trade secrets with OpenAI as it builds out hardware ambitions. Concrete forensic claims could strengthen Apple's push for expedited discovery and put pressure on OpenAI's hardware plans, while OpenAI has dismissed the allegations as personal and aggressive.
- Apple alleges former engineer Chang Liu downloaded confidential files and used proprietary tools after joining OpenAI.
- Apple claims Liu tried to erase evidence by having devices restored once he learned of an internal probe.
- The lawsuit now covers 11 former employees, and OpenAI denies any wrongdoing.
Source: engadget.com — Anna Washenko, 2026-08-31
Published there as: “Apple adds more allegations to its trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI”
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