Judge Signals Likely Injunction Blocking OpenAI's Hardware Project

Federal Judge Edward Davila indicated he is highly likely to grant Apple a preliminary injunction barring OpenAI from using allegedly stolen hardware trade secrets covering unreleased devices, component designs, testing methods and supply chain logistics. OpenAI denies the claims and filed its own allegations that a former employee transferred over 100 confidential files to Apple.

• Judge Davila signaled he is likely to grant Apple's injunction
• Order would bar use of secrets on devices, components and supply chain
• OpenAI claims ex-employee sent 100+ confidential files to Apple
• Apple sued OpenAI and its hardware chief in July