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AI Startup Sues Rival Over Wake Word Tech
25 Sep
Summary
- DaVoice alleges Perplexity AI stole trade secrets.
- The lawsuit centers on 'wake word' technology.
- The case was filed in a California federal court.
A lawsuit has been filed by startup DaVoice against Perplexity AI in a California federal court. DaVoice claims that Perplexity AI has unlawfully acquired trade secrets. The alleged misappropriation specifically pertains to "wake word" technology, a critical component for activating AI assistants.
This legal battle, identified as DaVoice v. Perplexity AI Inc., is being heard in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case underscores the intense competition and significant intellectual property concerns present in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence development. Legal representatives for DaVoice have been identified, with counsel for Perplexity AI yet to be formally listed.
