OpenAI says it's 'very concerned' that its trade secrets could help Apple's push into AI-enabled devices

What happened: OpenAI filed a legal document alleging a former employee took about a hundred confidential files, including details of an unreleased device, and later briefed Apple executives. Apple says it found nothing to support the claims. Key numbers: About 100 confidential files taken in June. Why it matters: OpenAI says it is very concerned the information is circulating inside Apple and could shape Apple's upcoming products. Apple calls the filing a distraction from its July suit accusing OpenAI of stealing its trade secrets. Coverage: 4 outlets in 24h

OpenAI filed a legal document alleging a former employee took about a hundred confidential files, including details of an unreleased device, and later briefed Apple executives. Apple says it found nothing to support the claims.

OpenAI says it is very concerned the information is circulating inside Apple and could shape Apple's upcoming products. Apple calls the filing a distraction from its July suit accusing OpenAI of stealing its trade secrets.