Deepseek’s rapid rise to fame led to extensive scrutiny of its security and security. Regulators around the world are taking a closer look at Chinese AI apps days after the rise in fame. Several countries, including Italy and Australia, have already banned the use of government AI apps due to security concerns. Privacy Watchdogs from countries such as Ireland, France, Belgium and the Netherlands also have a red flag on Deepschek’s data collection practices.
Meanwhile, South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has temporarily restricted employees’ access to DeepSeek for security concerns. Even the US has expressed concern about the potential national security impact of the app. Senator Josh Hawley recently introduced a bill that effectively bans US apps, banning individuals from interacting with other Chinese-built AI technologies. Those who violate the proposed law could face serious penalties, including fines and imprisonment of up to $1 million.
This is a list of countries that have banned Deepseek AI.
Italy:
Italy was one of the first countries to ban Deepseyk AI, citing concerns about user data protection. In late January, Galante, Italian data protection agency, launched an investigation into DeepSeek’s data collection practices and compliance with EU data protection laws. When Deepseek’s response was deemed “completely insufficient,” the country blocked access to the app and, as if it were independent, removed it from the Italian Apple and Google App Stores.
“(Deepseek) declared that it was not active in Italy and that European laws would not apply to them. The authorities also began an investigation at the same time, in addition to ordering restrictions on the processing.” read a statement from the regulator.
Taiwan
Taiwan’s Digital Ministry has also banned government agencies from using Deepshek’s AI. The ban extends to state-owned businesses and public schools, citing concerns that it “has put national information security at risk.” The ministry’s decision is based on the fact that Deepseek’s AI services are Chinese products and raise concerns that Asia, which does not include radio waves, is causing transnational data transmission and potential information leakage.
“Deepseek AI Service is a Chinese product. Its operation involves (several) information security concerns,” reads the Ministry of Digital Issues.
Australia
Australia prohibits government workers from using Deepseek AI apps due to security concerns in accordance with directives from the Ministry of Interior’s secretary to prevent the use or installation of Deepseek products on all government systems and devices. I’m doing it. According to Reuters, the ban does not apply to civilians. However, the Home Minister urged Australians to be cautious about using online data and protect their digital privacy.
“After considering the threat and risk analysis, I have determined that the use of DeepSeek products, applications and web services poses a level of security risk that is unacceptable to the Australian government,” the Secretary of the Interior said in a statement.
