DHS Bans DeepSeek AI from US Civilian Agencies
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has prohibited civilian agencies from using technology developed by Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek, citing concerns that its models could transfer sensitive data to the People's Republic of China (PRC). According to Reuters, this directive also extends to third-party services incorporating DeepSeek’s AI models. The ban reflects growing U.S. government scrutiny over foreign tech firms and their potential security risks. This move aligns with broader efforts by federal agencies to limit reliance on Chinese technology in critical infrastructure and sensitive systems.