Wednesday, 5 February, 2025

Australia Bans DeepSeek AI on Government Devices Over Security Concerns

Australia has prohibited the use of DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed AI chatbot, on all government devices following advice from security agencies. The decision stems from concerns about privacy and potential malware risks associated with the application. This move aligns Australia with other nations, such as South Korea, Italy, and France, which have also expressed apprehensions regarding DeepSeek's data practices and security implications.