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Epic settles with alleged Fortnite leaker, secures permanent injunction

Epic Games reached a proposed settlement with a former contractor accused of being Fortnite leaker AdiraFN. The agreement would permanently bar the defendant from accessing, using, possessing, or disclosing Epic’s confidential or trade secret information. The settlement mentions no monetary penalty and must be approved by a judge.

• Defendant identified as former contractor Hayden Cohen (accused AdiraFN)
• Permanent injunction against access, use, possession or disclosure of Epic trade secrets
• Epic alleged repeated public leaks via anonymous X and Discord accounts
• Settlement notes no damages award; court approval still required