GoKawiilOpenAI agrees to court deal barring use of Apple's alleged trade secrets
During a hearing, OpenAI voluntarily agreed not to use trade secrets Apple claims were stolen, after Judge Edward Davila signaled he was likely to grant Apple's preliminary injunction request. OpenAI also agreed to collect forensic images from 14 employees' devices that may contain Apple's confidential information, with the judge empowered to enforce compliance.
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The agreement suggests OpenAI chose to concede ground rather than risk a formal injunction ruling against it, which could have carried broader restrictions. The case, which involves former employees and Apple's unreleased hardware plans, could shape how courts treat trade secret disputes between tech rivals poaching talent from one another.
- OpenAI agreed not to use Apple's alleged trade secrets while litigation continues.
- The company will collect forensic images from devices of 14 employees tied to the case.
- Judge Davila can impose sanctions if OpenAI fails to honor the agreement.
Source: 9to5mac.com — Marcus Mendes, 2026-10-14
Published there as: “OpenAI agrees not to use alleged Apple trade secrets amid ongoing lawsuit”
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