Palantir Technologies filed a lawsuit against two former senior artificial intelligence engineers on Thursday. The company claims the women stole documents and information to help launch a competitor called Percepta. According to Bloomberg, Palantir named Radha Jain and Joanna Cohen as defendants in the case filed in Manhattan federal court.
Allegations of Stolen Documents
The lawsuit states that both engineers had access to Palantir’s most sensitive materials. The company describes these as its „crown jewels.“ This includes source code and other proprietary information. Palantir says it has invested billions of dollars in developing these assets.
The company accuses Jain and Cohen of taking these materials to build what it calls a „copycat“ firm. Percepta is named as the competing business. Palantir argues that the former employees violated their obligations by using confidential company resources.
Significance of Source Code Access
Source code represents the foundation of software products. Access to such code gives developers detailed knowledge of how systems work. The lawsuit emphasizes that both women held senior positions. Their roles gave them trusted access to critical technical information.
Legal Action in Federal Court
Palantir filed the case in Manhattan federal court on October 30, 2025. The company seeks legal remedies for what it claims is theft of trade secrets. The suit also targets the use of proprietary information to create a rival business.
The case highlights tensions between technology firms and former employees who launch competitors. Companies often rely on confidentiality agreements to protect their investments. Palantir is now asking the court to enforce those protections.
The lawsuit does not specify the exact documents taken. It also does not detail how Palantir discovered the alleged theft. The company maintains that its investments in AI technology require strong protection. It argues that the former engineers breached their duties by allegedly taking sensitive materials.
Percepta has not yet responded publicly to the allegations. The court will now examine the evidence presented by both sides. The outcome could shape how technology companies handle employee departures and protect their intellectual property.
