Silicon Valley Engineers Charged With Theft of Google, Tech Trade Secrets
Two engineers from Silicon Valley have been charged with stealing trade secrets from Google, specifically related to the company's autonomous vehicle technology. The individuals allegedly downloaded thousands of files before resigning and attempting to join a competitor. Prosecutors claim the theft was premeditated, as the engineers had planned their departure and the data transfer. This case highlights ongoing concerns about intellectual property theft in the tech industry, particularly in competitive fields like autonomous driving. The defendants face serious legal consequences if convicted.
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