DeepSeek AI Raises Data Security Concerns Amid Ties to China

The launch of DeepSeek AI has created waves in the tech world, offering powerful artificial intelligence models at a fraction of the cost compared to established players like OpenAI and Google. 

However, its rapid rise in popularity has also sparked serious concerns about data security, with critics drawing comparisons to TikTok and its ties to China.

Government officials and cybersecurity experts warn that the open-source AI assistant could pose a significant risk to American users. 

On Thursday, two U.S. lawmakers announced plans to introduce legislation banning DeepSeek from all government devices, citing fears that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) could access sensitive data collected by the app. This move follows similar actions in Australia and several U.S. states, with New York recently enacting a statewide ban on government systems. 

The growing concern stems from China’s data laws, which require companies to share user information with the government upon request. Like TikTok, DeepSeek’s data could be mined for intelligence purposes or even used to push disinformation campaigns. Although the AI app is the current focus of security conversations, experts say that the risks extend beyond any single model, and users should exercise caution with all AI systems. 

Unlike social media platforms that users can consciously avoid, AI models li

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