Apple Subpoenas Samsung in South Korea Over DOJ Antitrust Case
Apple has subpoenaed Samsung in the DOJ antitrust investigation.
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Aditya Raj
July 3, 2026
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Apple subpoenaed Samsung in South Korea to gather evidence for its defense against the DOJ antitrust lawsuit.
Apple has issued subpoenas to Samsung in South Korea as part of its defense against the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit. The legal move seeks documents and communications related to the smartphone market and competitive practices.
Apple's legal strategy involves gathering evidence from its biggest rival
The subpoenas target Samsung's understanding of market competition and any discussions about Apple's business practices. Apple argues that Samsung's continued success in the smartphone market demonstrates that competition exists. The DOJ case, filed in March 2024, represents one of the most significant antitrust actions against a tech company in decades.
A Seoul-based legal expert noted: "This is an unusual move — Apple and Samsung are fierce rivals, but their legal teams must cooperate here."
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Key Takeaways
1Apple subpoenaed Samsung for documents in DOJ antitrust defense
2The DOJ alleges Apple created a smartphone monopoly
