DeepSeek has been charged with intending to get past US regulations on export through the use of Southeast Asian shell businesses to acquire high-end semiconductors, in addition to supporting military operations.
According to a senior US State Department official, China’s military and intelligence operations are receiving direct assistance from the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek.
The official, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity, claimed that the company’s engagement goes far beyond AI models that are available to the public and points to a closer connection with Chinese government agencies.
According to US laws, these chips are prohibited in order to prevent Beijing from obtaining cutting-edge computer hardware that could improve its military capabilities.
The insider went on to say Washington is becoming more and more certain that access to US technology has played a major role in DeepSeek’s explosive rise.
This revelation feeds into larger worries that Chinese AI companies would be exaggerating their technological independence while mostly using parts created by restricted or foreign organizations.
The US says DeepSeek is actively working with government authorities, even though Chinese law already requires data sharing with the state upon request.
DeepSeek and related companies are still being watched by the US government for intending to get past US regulations on export and possible infractions and security risks.
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