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The U.S. Commerce Department has prohibited access to the Chinese AI model DeepSeek on government-issued devices, citing cybersecurity risks, according to Reuters. The internal directive instructs staff not to download, view, or access DeepSeek-related applications or websites on government-furnished equipment.
The move aligns with increasing concerns among U.S. lawmakers and officials about national security threats posed by Chinese AI technology. Critics warn that DeepSeek could compromise sensitive government data and pose privacy risks. While the full scope of the ban across federal agencies remains unclear, several states, including Virginia, Texas, and New York, have already implemented restrictions.
A coalition of 21 state attorneys general is also pushing for a nationwide ban, highlighting the growing scrutiny of Chinese AI firms in the U.S. The ban on DeepSeek follows broader efforts to safeguard U.S. information systems from potential foreign threats.
As tensions between Washington and Beijing escalate over AI and technology regulations, the crackdown on DeepSeek reflects broader concerns over data security and foreign influence in critical digital infrastructure.
