Zhipu Launches 'Shield of Open Source' to Counter Cyber Risks

pstAsiatech · x · 2026-08-19

Zhipu AI unveiled GLM-5.3 and the 'Shield of Open Source' initiative, offering free security audits and automated code auditing tools. The plan implements a layered risk-review system to block high-risk requests while reserving sensitive offensive capabilities for verified users. This marks a significant shift in how top Chinese labs address global cybersecurity and AI safety.

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