The U.S. government has ordered federal agencies to halt the use of artificial intelligence tools developed by the Chinese company DeepSeek, citing potential risks to sensitive data. The directive, issued by the Department of Homeland Security, extends to third-party AI products built using DeepSeek technology, requiring their removal from government systems. Concerns center on the possibility of data transfers linked to China amid growing competition in AI innovation. The move underscores heightened scrutiny over foreign-developed tech in critical infrastructure.
Use of tools ‘may result in the transfer of sensitive data’ to China, defense department saysThe US government on Monday ordered its agencies to stop using artificial intelligence (AI) tools from the Chinese startup DeepSeek, as the countries race for dominance in the fast-moving sector.A notice from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the ban on products developed by DeepSeek – and tools created using DeepSeek by third parties – saying they must be removed from IT devices. Continue reading...
