Apple says OpenAI is destroying evidence in trade case
By The BriefBrief
Apple says OpenAI is destroying evidence in a trade secrets case and is seeking to have the case dismissed. The filing centers on Apple’s allegation that evidence has been improperly handled, prompting a dismissal request from OpenAI.
WHO:Apple
WHAT:Apple alleges OpenAI is destroying evidence in a trade secrets case and says the case should be dismissed.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 7:48 PM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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