Apple Sues OpenAI, io, and Former Employees, Alleging Theft of Trade Secrets

189 · Daring Fireball · July 10, 2026, 9:19 p.m.
Summary
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, io Products, and two former employees for allegedly stealing trade secrets related to product design and engineering. The lawsuit claims that OpenAI's hardware development, led by former Apple design chief Jony Ive, is based on misappropriated confidential information from Apple. The complaint details coordinated misconduct by OpenAI, utilizing Apple’s confidential information without permission, which Apple argues undermines its business and partnerships. The original complaint is available for further reading.