US bans DeepSeek AI tools across federal agencies over data-transfer risk
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China pledges to protect its companies after a US directive removes DeepMind products from federal civil agency systems over data security concerns. This marks an escalation in US-China AI competition, with Beijing signaling retaliatory or protective measures. The scope of the ban and China's specific response remain unclear.
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The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed a directive for all federal agencies to remove DeepSeek AI tools and third-party derivatives from IT systems, citing national security risks and potential data transfer to China. China has publicly condemned this action as a politicization of technology and commerce, signaling potential retaliatory measures. The full scope of the ban's enforcement and China's specific response remain unclear.
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