House GOP launches investigation into Airbnb over use of Chinese AI models
House Republican leaders John Moolenaar and Andrew Garbarino have launched a joint investigation into Airbnb over its use of Chinese AI models, citing national security and cybersecurity concerns. The inquiry focuses on Airbnb's reported reliance on Alibaba's Qwen AI model and seeks detailed disclosures about data sharing, security evaluations, and model usage. The lawmakers also expressed broader concerns about U.S. dependence on AI technology developed by entities linked to the People's Republic of China.
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Leading House Republicans on Wednesday announced an investigation into Airbnb due to its use of Chinese artificial intelligence models. House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) cited national security and cybersecurity risks posed by reliance on Chinese models as a reason for the joint inquiry. They pointed to Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky’s comments last October that his company is “relying a lot” on Alibaba’s Qwen model as the prime cause for concern, as Alibaba is headquartered in China.
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