Tencent rolls out AI model trained with limited cybersecurity data amid hacking fears

Tencent, a major Chinese technology company, unveiled Hy4, an open-source AI model, on November 4, 2023, aiming to mitigate cyber threats through limited cybersecurity data training. The company emphasized that Hy4 was trained using restricted datasets to minimize the risk of the model being exploited for malicious activities. The release of Hy4 follows a series of AI-driven cyberattacks globally, which have heightened concerns over the potential misuse of advanced AI models.

Tencent took steps to filter out training data associated with exploit development, reverse engineering, and penetration testing to contain the model's offensive capabilities. The tech giant highlighted its commitment to responsible AI development, aligning with the industry-wide effort to prevent AI systems from losing control and posing risks to global internet infrastructure.