Chinese Open-Weights Models: Security Myths vs. Reality

May 22, 2025
Organizations worldwide are increasingly leveraging powerful open-weights AI models, such as Alibaba’s Qwen and DeepSeek’s R-series, to drive innovation. Yet despite their potential, security practitioners often raise concerns around models originating from China, citing perceived technical security risks linked to national origin. In this article, we'll unpack these security myths, clarify the real risks, and discuss practical approaches your team can use to confidently evaluate and deploy open-weights models: regardless of country origin.