Netherlands Bans DeepSeek Amid Global Privacy Concerns
The Netherlands' privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's data collection practices and imposed a temporary ban on civil servants using the app. This move follows growing international concerns about the company's security and privacy standards, which have led several countries to take action against the app due to data safety and security concerns. Meanwhile, Russia's President Putin has ordered Sberbank to collaborate with Chinese researchers on joint AI projects. Italy's antitrust watchdog has opened an investigation into DeepSeek for allegedly failing to warn users about false information and has blocked the app due to lack of data use information. Despite these actions, no specific countries have been reported to have removed DeepSeek from their app stores due to security concerns or data protection violations. The international backlash against DeepSeek highlights growing concerns about social security in the AI sector. As investigations continue, users and governments alike are urged to remain vigilant about the apps they use and the data they share.
