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The Great AI Farce
OpenAI Shouts “Thief!” While Immersed in Its Own Contradictions
In an era where advancements in technology are revered as a new form of faith, OpenAI finds itself in a drastically fallen state. Previously regarded as the self-appointed steward of ethical practices in artificial intelligence, the firm is now embroiled in a scandal reminiscent of a tech-themed espionage narrative.
DeepSeek, a startup from China that seemingly appeared out of nowhere, has shaken up the industry norms and, in an instant, left American technology powerhouses reeling. The irony is palpable and thick enough to be sliced with a lightsaber.
Once celebrated for its alleged ethical advantage, OpenAI now levels accusations at DeepSeek, claiming that it has engaged in stealing intellectual property. According to the Financial Times, OpenAI has reported discovering proof of “distillation” supposedly performed by DeepSeek. Ironically, this very OpenAI is mired in a series of lawsuits for utilizing copyrighted content to develop its models. It resembles a bank robber criticizing someone for taking his disguise. What we are observing is not merely a corporate altercation; rather, it is a shocking display of hypocrisy that lays bare the flawed underpinnings of the AI sector. (EXAME), (1.globo)
