Tech leaker and YouTuber Jon Prosser has formally responded to Apple’s lawsuit over leaked information about unreleased iOS software. In his latest court filing, Prosser denied any involvement in trade secret theft and argued that co-defendant Michael Ramacciotti bears sole responsibility for the alleged misconduct.
The case has attracted significant attention because it centers on confidential Apple software and one of the company’s most prominent leakers. Apple alleges that Prosser and Ramacciotti worked together to obtain and reveal secret information related to an early version of iOS, then known as iOS 19.
Prosser Blames Co-Defendant
According to the court filing, Prosser claims he did not pay for the information or encourage Ramacciotti to obtain it. He also says he had no knowledge of how the information was collected or that an Apple employee’s phone was involved.
The filing states that Ramacciotti unlocked an iPhone belonging to Apple employee Ethan Lipnik and shared confidential details from the device. However, Prosser insists he did not know the source of the information or how Ramacciotti gained access to it.
Prosser acknowledged that he later shared a portion of the revenue generated by his YouTube video. He said the payment aimed to secure exclusive content rather than reward the alleged theft of trade secrets. He also claimed that he cut off communication with Ramacciotti after learning how the information had been obtained.
Contradictory Statements Raise Questions
The filing contains an apparent contradiction. At one point, Prosser says he did not know whether the software he saw was unreleased. Later, he admits that the information involved unreleased software. Legal experts may scrutinize those conflicting statements as the case moves forward.
Meanwhile, Ramacciotti has cooperated with the courts since at least October 2025. He has reportedly provided Apple with emails, computers, and archived materials connected to the case. His attorneys have argued that he did not fully understand the significance of the information he shared.
What Comes Next?
Prosser has requested a jury trial, while Apple has not publicly responded to his latest filing. The case could become an important test of how courts handle technology leaks and trade secret disputes in the digital era. As legal proceedings continue, both sides are preparing for a battle that may have broader implications for tech journalism and information security.
