Chinese AI firm DeepSeek says it is facing "large-scale malicious attacks", which are affecting its services. Chinese state media is citing cyber security experts who say the attacks are originating from US-based IP addresses,

DeepSeek's chatbot's answer echoed China's official statements, saying the relationship between the world's two largest economies is one of the most important bilateral relationships globally. It said China is committed to developing ties with the U.S. based on mutual respect and win-win cooperation.

The sudden rise of Chinese AI app DeepSeek has leaders in Washington and Silicon Valley grappling with how to keep the U.S. ahead in the crucial technology.