# Apple has moved to obtain internal Samsung data from South Korea in its ongoing antitrust fight with the U.S.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · 9to5Mac*

## Key points

- Apple is seeking internal Samsung business data from South Korea for its antitrust defense.
- Samsung's U.S. subsidiary refused to provide documents, claiming only the Korean parent holds them.
- Apple's request under the Hague Evidence Convention is narrowly focused on smartphones, smartwatches, and app store data.
- South Korean authorities must still approve the request even if the U.S. court grants it.

**Companies:** Apple, Samsung Electronics
**Countries:** United States, South Korea

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