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The US tech industry, a global powerhouse of innovation, faces ongoing scrutiny over how to balance competition with regulation.

How is the US tech industry regulated?

Apple has initiated legal proceedings against OpenAI in court.

The tech giant has filed a lawsuit against the artificial intelligence company for what it calls pervasive theft.

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Apple accuses OpenAI of stealing trade secrets as it seeks to build its own hardware. OpenAI has denied the accusations.

This is the most recent rift between the firms, as their collaboration has devolved into a legal conflict.

So, how can this fiercely competitive industry be regulated to ensure healthy competition?

Presenter: Anna Burns-Francis

Guests:

R “Ray” Wang — CEO and principal analyst of Constellation Research

Nick Akerman — New York attorney and assistant special assistant Watergate prosecutor

Toby Walsh — Chief scientist, AI Institute at the University of New South Wales, Sydney

Published On 13 Jul 202613 Jul 2026

The Apple-OpenAI lawsuit underscores the fierce competition in the AI sector. As these legal battles unfold, regulators are grappling with how to ensure fair play without stifling innovation. The outcome could influence future regulatory approaches to trade secrets and corporate partnerships.