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OpenAI Says China Could 'Compel' DeepSeek to Cause Harm, Calls for Ban


Published on 2025-03-16 02:22:34 - PCMag
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  • The ChatGPT maker calls for a ban on China-produced AI models 'that violate user privacy and create security risks such as the risk of IP theft.' But any ban would probably benefit OpenAI, too.

The article from MSN discusses OpenAI's concerns regarding DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, and its potential to cause harm under the influence of the Chinese government. OpenAI has called for a ban on such AI technologies, highlighting the risks associated with AI systems that could be compelled to act against global interests. The company points out that while AI has the potential for immense good, it also carries significant risks when controlled by entities that might not prioritize global safety or ethical considerations. OpenAI's statement comes in the context of increasing scrutiny over AI governance and the ethical implications of AI development, especially in nations with different political systems and agendas. The call for a ban reflects broader concerns about AI being used for surveillance, propaganda, or other potentially harmful activities.

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