OpenAI is increasing its internal security measures to guard against espionage threats. Following the incident with Chinese startup DeepSeek, the company has implemented strict protocols for data protection.
Strengthening Intellectual Property Protection
OpenAI has significantly ramped up its internal security measures to safeguard its intellectual property from foreign espionage. The company began implementing tighter protocols last year, but these efforts gained urgency after the incident with DeepSeek in January.
Internal Security Measures
Following the DeepSeek incident, OpenAI introduced new policies known internally as 'information tenting.' Now, only a limited number of staff have access to critical projects. Additionally, the company strictly controls access to sensitive information, requiring colleagues to confirm their participation rights in projects.
US-China AI Competition
The competition between the US and China in technology, particularly in artificial intelligence, is becoming increasingly tense. As the US tightens export controls, it prevents China from accessing advanced technologies. Companies like OpenAI are also taking insider threat assessments more seriously.
The tightening of security measures at OpenAI is a response to the growing threat of espionage in the tech sector. These steps highlight the increasing importance of data protection amid global competition in AI.