OpenAI whistleblower's mother wants suicide death investigation...
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Question Surrounding OpenAI Whistleblower's Death
Suchir Balaji, 26, was found dead in his San Francisco home three months after accusing his former employer OpenAI of violating copyright laws in its development of ChatGPT. His death on November 26 was ruled a suicide. 
Fox News Digital previously reported that the San Francisco Police Department found no evidence of foul play. However, Balaji's mother, Poornima Ramarao, is urging police to reopen their investigation, stating that the situation "doesn't look like a normal one."
Concerns and Calls for Investigation
In an interview with Business Insider, Ramarao mentioned that a private autopsy commissioned by the family revealed troubling results. They are now collaborating with an attorney to push for a thorough investigation.
"We want to leave the question open," expressed Ramarao as they seek clarity on the circumstances surrounding Balaji's death.
Allegations Against OpenAI
Balaji's concerns about OpenAI violating copyright laws stem from his departure from the company and the company's shift towards commercial interests. He was named in a copyright lawsuit filed by the New York Times, alleging that Microsoft and OpenAI used published articles to inform their technology, leading to competition with the news outlet. 
Despite initially believing in the potential benefits of AI for society, Balaji's views shifted after the launch of ChatGPT and the company's growing commercial focus.
Shift in Perspective and Ethical Concerns
Balaji expressed his ethical concerns about the impact of AI technologies, particularly in terms of data usage and copyright infringement. He highlighted the potential threats posed by AI technologies, such as chatbots, to individuals who generate the data used to train these systems.
He disagreed with the notion of "fair use" claimed by Microsoft and OpenAI, arguing that generative AI products could create substitutes that compete with the original data, posing ethical and legal challenges. 
Call for Further Investigation
OpenAI and Microsoft are facing multiple lawsuits from media outlets regarding alleged copyright violations. Balaji's family is advocating for a more comprehensive investigation into his death to uncover the truth behind the tragic events.
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