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flag Trade secret disputes rose in 2025 due to AI competition, with courts stressing timely protection and stricter state noncompete laws.

flag In 2025, trade secret litigation rose 15% in federal courts, driven by competition and AI-related IP concerns, while courts emphasized timely action and reasonable efforts to protect secrecy. flag The Ninth Circuit dismissed a claim due to delay, citing a three-year statute of limitations, while the Fourth Circuit allowed a case to proceed based on employment agreement terms. flag States continued enacting stricter noncompete laws, especially for low-wage workers and healthcare professionals, though a federal ban was dropped. flag Legal trends point to increased scrutiny on disclosure timing, jurisdictional disputes, and cybersecurity risks, with expectations of further regulatory and legislative changes in 2026 to clarify protections amid evolving technology and workforce dynamics.

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