Did universal steal walts idea of oswald?

The relationship between Walt Disney and Universal regarding Oswald the Lucky Rabbit is complex. In 1927, Walt Disney created Oswald, but he lost the rights to the character due to a contract dispute with Universal. This loss prompted Disney to create Mickey Mouse, ultimately leading to the establishment of the Disney brand. While Universal did not "steal" Oswald outright, they did take control of the character, which spurred Disney's later successes.