San Francisco, January 30, 2025: OpenAI has accused the Chinese startup DeepSeek of unlawfully using its technology to develop the R1-AI model. The company claims to have evidence that DeepSeek used OpenAI’s models to train their own AI system, potentially violating terms of service. Microsoft and OpenAI are now investigating whether DeepSeek accessed OpenAI’s API without authorization. This has raised concerns about intellectual property rights and the risk of technology replication in the AI industry.
The incident has drawn attention to the increasing scrutiny over AI technologies and their use in developing competitive models. As investigations continue, the matter highlights the importance of intellectual property protection in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. Both companies are working to determine the full extent of the alleged infringement.
