ByteDance forbids distillation of rival AI models

ByteDance, the Chinese tech giant, has reportedly prohibited its AI researchers from distilling rival models, a move that has added to the growing tensions between Washington and Beijing. The policy, which dates back to 2023, has been a source of significant debate within the company, as ByteDance's own models have been outperformed by smaller Chinese labs.

This decision comes at a time when Beijing is pushing for advancements in AI technology that require less computational power. While US models currently provide better value, the convergence of AI capabilities is expected to continue, according to The Economist.

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