
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the company poached over 400 of its employees and stole confidential hardware secrets. The lawsuit names OpenAI's hardware chief Tang Tan and accuses former Apple employees of being encouraged to bring proprietary parts to their new roles. This legal dispute could impact OpenAI's plans for a Jony Ive-designed device, expected to launch in 2027. The case underscores the competitive tensions between tech giants in the AI sector.
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