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How Apple's big lawsuit could disrupt OpenAI's IPO plans

Watch as Equity digs into what the lawsuit could mean for OpenAI's hardware ambitions and IPO timeline, plus a bigger theme running through the week's news: how much should anyone trust AI companies with their data?

How Apple's big lawsuit could disrupt OpenAI's IPO plans

TL;DR

  • Apple filed a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI last Friday.
  • The lawsuit alleges a pattern of misconduct extending to OpenAI's chief hardware officer.
  • Over 400 former Apple employees are reportedly now working at OpenAI.
  • The lawsuit's timing is critical as OpenAI is reportedly considering an IPO.
  • The situation raises questions about the trustworthiness of AI companies with data.