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Appian publicizes trade secret lawsuit win against Pegasystems; launches website with case details
APPIAN CORP
- Appian won an espionage trial against Pega for misappropriating trade secrets.
- Pega violated the Virginia Computer Crimes Act; its CEO minimizes the ruling.
- Some customers already avoid Pega; others may quit after learning the facts.
- Appian launched www.appian.com/pega to share case details and refute Pega's claims.
- CEO Matt Calkins encourages employees to share the link with interested parties.