Apple Files 32-Page Reply Accusing OpenAI of Trade Secret Theft

1 articles · Updated · Computerworld · Aug 20

Apple’s new 32-page court filing asks the judge to reject OpenAI’s counterclaims, restating allegations that OpenAI and two named executives sought Apple trade secrets through former employees and partners.
Apple argues OpenAI’s defenses attack the merits too early, saying disputes over what was taken and how should be tested in discovery rather than resolved on a motion to dismiss.
The company also says it cannot publicly spell out the secrets at issue because doing so in open litigation would effectively disclose them, while alleging OpenAI may still be using materials Apple says were taken.
The filing follows Apple’s earlier lawsuit and preservation demands covering about 40 OpenAI employees, and signals Apple is pushing to move the case into discovery where it expects to uncover more evidence.