DeepSeek's Data Breach: A Cybersecurity Crisis

A security breach at DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup competing with OpenAI. Wiz Research discovered a publicly accessible database containing sensitive user data and API keys, highlighting vulnerabilities in DeepSeek's security infrastructure shortly after the release of its new AI models. The breach sparked concerns about data privacy and the ethical implications of rapidly deploying AI technologies, particularly given allegations of DeepSeek using OpenAI's data without permission. Experts emphasized the urgent need for improved security protocols within the burgeoning AI industry. The incident also impacted the company's stock and trading activity.