AI: China criticizes US ban on AI app DeepSeek in federal agencies
The Chinese company accuses the US of using security concerns as a mere pretext. US authorities had previously banned the use of AI models.
Beijing, China has criticized the US ban on the Chinese AI app DeepSeek, warning of countermeasures. The US attempted to curb China under the pretext of national security, claimed the Ministry of Commerce in Beijing on Tuesday. China will closely monitor the situation and take all necessary measures to protect its legitimate rights and interests.
The US Department of Homeland Security ordered the removal of DeepSeek products and third-party offerings based on the company's technology from the IT systems of civilian federal agencies. Authorities were also barred from acquiring such products and services. The order dates back to July and became public on Monday. The US communication states that DeepSeek's AI models opened various potential attack paths, particularly the risk that the company's servers in China could grant Chinese authorities access to sensitive US data.
China's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning stated that Beijing opposes an excessive expansion of the concept of national security. China will decisively protect the legitimate interests of Chinese companies. DeepSeek responded initially.
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