Apple accuses OpenAI of hiding evidence

Apple accuses OpenAI of tampering with and destroying evidence in a case related to the theft of trade secrets involving a former employee, Zhang Liu, who was responsible for downloading confidential Apple plans and using them to develop artificial intelligence products. Apple clarified that Liu used his MacBook after leaving the company, and that OpenAI facilitated the destruction of evidence by instructing Liu to send commands to conceal the evidence. Apple is seeking financial compensation and an injunction against the company's alleged conduct. The case comes amid escalating tensions between the two companies, with Apple demanding expedited trials and beginning criminal investigations, with the case expected to be heard in court on October 1.