US federal agencies ordered to remove Chinese AI DeepSeek over data security concerns
- The US Department of Homeland Security ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek's AI products and services from their systems.
- • Officials warned that sensitive government data could reach China, where authorities may gain access through local laws.
- The ban also covers third-party services using DeepSeek, restricting further purchases and approvals.
- The US cited possible malware, user tracking and security vulnerabilities, following earlier DeepSeek restrictions by the Navy and several states.
Source: indiatoday.in
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