US Accuses Chinese AI Firms of Distillation, China Responds Firmly

US agencies, including the NSA, CISA, and FBI, jointly accused six Chinese AI companies of conducting "industrial-scale" distillation to steal US model capabilities. China's Commerce Ministry responded, calling the claims baseless and a double standard.

Distillation is a common AI technique used globally, including by US firms. China encourages open-source collaboration, and Chinese models are open to all. The US move aims to maintain tech dominance and suppress competition.

China warned it will take countermeasures if pressured, urging dialogue to manage risks and ensure AI benefits globally.