South Korea’s Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) has temporarily suspended new downloads of the DeepSeek AI chatbot due to concerns over its handling of personal data. The suspension applies to downloads from the Apple and Google app stores, though the chatbot remains accessible through a web browser. The commission stated that the suspension will remain in place until the company ensures compliance with South Korea’s privacy laws.
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South Korea suspends DeepSeek AI over privacy concerns

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South Korea suspends DeepSeek AI chatbot downloads over data privacy concerns, joining global scrutiny of Chinese AI app security practices.


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