Judge Orders OpenAI to Turn Over Hiring Records in Apple Trade Secrets Case
A U.S. judge has ruled that OpenAI must share its interview and hiring records on an expedited basis as part of a trade secrets lawsuit filed by Apple.
A U.S. judge has ordered expedited access to hiring records and interview materials from OpenAI in an ongoing trade secrets lawsuit brought by Apple.
Details of the Court Order
U.S. District Judge Edward Davila ruled in favor of Apple's requests, ordering OpenAI to share certain interview materials. Apple had requested documents related to OpenAI's hiring processes in a lawsuit filed in July.
Documents to be Reviewed and Timeline
The court gave OpenAI five days to turn over materials it has already gathered and fourteen days for all other documents related to the request. These documents include interview checklists and guidelines.
Former Employees and Deposition Processes
The judge approved the depositions of individuals including OpenAI employees Chang Liu and Alyssa Peng, as well as the company's head of hardware, Tang Yew Tan. All of these individuals are former Apple employees.
Denied Requests and Scope
Judge Davila, however, denied some of Apple's broader requests for expedited access regarding hardware research and certain R&D areas for now. However, Apple was left with the option to narrow its requests and refile.