News Summary

The legal battle between HR tech startups Deel and Rippling intensifies as Deel demands Rippling to reveal agreements related to alleged espionage activities. Deel has filed a motion in an Irish court seeking unredacted versions of witness affidavits, including one by former Rippling employee Keith O’Brien, who admitted to spying for Deel. Rippling, in turn, has accused Deel of trade secret misappropriation and unfair competition. Deel countersued, arguing jurisdiction issues and alleging Rippling attempted to spy on Deel. The court’s decision on whether to disclose more of O’Brien’s testimony and termination agreements is pending, with both companies maintaining their innocence.