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Against this backdrop, the unexplained death of Sucha Balaji, a former OpenAI employee, adds a troubling layer to the story. Classified as a suicide shortly after he resigned over concerns regarding OpenAI’s practices, Balaji’s death has raised eyebrows. Family members have reportedly documented inconsistencies in the circumstances presented by local authorities. Some speculate his death may be tied to corporate interests and the competitive landscape that DeepSeek is striving to navigate.