OpenAI suspends ByteDance’s account after it used GPT to train its own AI model.
Dec 16, 2023 - theverge.com
OpenAI has suspended ByteDance's account following allegations that the latter violated the developer license of both Microsoft and OpenAI. ByteDance reportedly used GPT-generated data to train its own AI model in China, which is seen as a breach of the usage policies. OpenAI spokesperson, Niko Felix, confirmed the suspension, stating that all API customers must adhere to their usage policies and that ByteDance's account will remain suspended pending further investigation.
The majority of ByteDance's GPT usage was reportedly done through Microsoft's Azure platform, not directly through OpenAI. It remains unclear whether Microsoft will follow OpenAI's lead and suspend ByteDance's access to its platform as well.
Key takeaways:
OpenAI has suspended ByteDance's account after it was reported that ByteDance was using GPT-generated data to train its own AI model in violation of the developer license.
ByteDance's usage of OpenAI's API was minimal, but the account has been suspended pending further investigation.
If ByteDance's usage is found to be in violation of OpenAI's policies, they will be asked to make necessary changes or their account will be terminated.
Most of ByteDance's GPT usage was done through Microsoft's Azure platform, and it is unclear if Microsoft will also suspend ByteDance's access.
