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US issues global warning over alleged AI theft by DeepSeek and other Chinese firms
International
Published on 25 April 2026
Cable cites fear of US model extraction
The US State Department has urged global partners to watch Chinese AI firms, including DeepSeek, accused of stealing US artificial intelligence intellectual property. A diplomatic cable warns about adversaries extracting and “distilling” US AI models to enable cheaper replication of advanced systems. China denies the allegations, calling the claims unfounded.
- US State Department flags alleged AI IP theft by DeepSeek
- Diplomatic cable warns about extraction and distillation of US models
- Goal is to counter low-cost replication of advanced AI
- China denies the accusations
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