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Apple Sues Oppo, Ex-Employee for Trade Secret Theft

8/24/2025

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Apple has sued former employee Chen Shi and Oppo for allegedly stealing trade secrets on health-sensing technologies.
Shi is accused of downloading 63 confidential files before joining Oppo and misleading colleagues about his exit.
The lawsuit demands damages, injunctions, and legal fees, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property protection in tech.
Oppo denies any wrongdoing and asserts its commitment to respecting trade secrets.

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Story summary

Apple has sued former employee Chen Shi and Oppo for allegedly stealing trade secrets on health-sensing technologies.
Shi is accused of downloading 63 confidential files before joining Oppo and misleading colleagues about his exit.
The lawsuit demands damages, injunctions, and legal fees, emphasizing the importance of intellectual property protection in tech.
Oppo denies any wrongdoing and asserts its commitment to respecting trade secrets.