US lawmakers are pushing for a DeepSeek ban after security researchers found the app transferring user data to a banned state-owned company.
DeepSeek, practically unknown just weeks ago, took the tech world by storm—gaining global acclaim for its cutting-edge performance while sparking debates reminiscent of the TikTok saga.
Its rise has been fuelled in part by its business model: unlike many of its American counterparts, including OpenAI and Google, DeepSeek offered its advanced powers for free.
However, concerns have been raised about DeepSeek’s extensive data collection practices and a probe has been launched by Microsoft and OpenAI over a breach of the latter’s system by a group allegedly linked to the Chinese AI startup.
A threat to US AI dominance
DeepSeek’s astonishing capabilities have, within a matter of weeks, positioned it as a major competitor to American AI stalwarts like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google Gemini. But, alongside the app’s prowess, concerns have emerged over alleged ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Alongside the app’s capabilities, concerns have also been raised about its potential impact on US AI dominance.
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