OpenAI calls for DeepSeek ban in the US

OpenAI has urged the US government to ban DeepSeek from critical sectors, citing concerns over security risks and foreign influence. The company warns that DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed AI model, is state-subsidized and potentially state-controlled, posing threats to national security and intellectual property.

OpenAI raises national security concerns

In a letter sent to the Office of Science and Technology Policy, OpenAI explicitly calls for banning DeepSeek in government, military, and intelligence services. The company argues that Chinese-produced AI models could be compelled to manipulate information, potentially jeopardizing security and democratic values.

OpenAI also advocates for removing Chinese-produced hardware, such as Huawei Ascend chips, from Tier 1 countries. The company points to China’s goal of surpassing the US in AI development by 2030, a milestone OpenAI believes could shift global technological power.

DeepSeek’s rapid rise raises questions

DeepSeek has recently gained attention for its remarkable AI performance at a fraction of OpenAI’s cost, creating concerns about unfair competition and potential intellectual property violations. Some analysts speculate that DeepSeek may have illegally used OpenAI models, citing instances where the chatbot mistakenly identified itself as ChatGPT.

Despite OpenAI’s claims, there is no direct evidence that DeepSeek is controlled by the Chinese government. However, restrictions on political discussions within the model suggest possible compliance with the Chinese Communist Party’s censorship policies.