Analysis of OpenAI's ChatGPT Image Generation
Amid recent criticism of OpenAI's ChatGPT image generation function, a new craze has emerged known as the "Ghibli (Profile Photo)" trend. The concern raised is regarding the potential violation of data copyright laws by this feature. It has been suggested that there is a discrepancy in the treatment of domestic artificial intelligence (AI) companies compared to foreign counterparts when it comes to data learning.
Concerns Raised by CEO Kim Sung-hoon
Kim Sung-hoon, the CEO of Upstage, voiced his concerns at a press conference in Yeouido, Seoul, stating that Chinese models and OpenAI have allegedly learned images without paying additional copyright fees. This disparity in practices has led to accusations of unfair competition faced by Korean companies. CEO Kim emphasized the importance of conducting business ethically and highlighted Upstage's partnership with the US Q&A platform, Quora, for official data sharing.
The Importance of Data Copyright
Addressing the question of whether creating Ghibli-style images disregards data copyright, ChatGPT expressed empathy. CEO Kim stressed the need for fair compensation for data learning, suggesting that original authors should be appropriately rewarded for their contributions. Upstage, in its operations, focuses on reducing API fees and profit-sharing for entities providing Korean data in their LLM construction process.
Upstage's Global Expansion and AI Services
Upstage's AI services are not limited to the domestic market but also target global regions such as the United States, Japan, and Southeast Asia. The company offers specialized AI solutions for businesses, including its AI-based optical character recognition (OCR) document processing technology, 'Document Pas (DP)', and the 'Solar' giant language model (LLM).
The upcoming release of 'Solar Pro 1.3' is touted to have the highest benchmark performance among domestic development models. Additionally, the company plans to launch the "Solar Pro 1.5" version in June, featuring extended parameters and enhanced capabilities. Upstage has expanded its presence by establishing a Japanese subsidiary and collaborating on a Japan-specific LLM development project.
Future Outlook
CEO Kim envisions Upstage becoming a globally recognized AI leader by fostering Sovereign AI development across Asia. The company's strategic expansion plans include markets in Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Mongolia, and Turkiye, aiming to solidify its position as a top player in the AI industry.
