US orders DeepSeek removed from federal systems, citing national security risks

What happened: The US Department of Homeland Security ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and third-party services built on the Chinese AI model from their information systems, and barred agencies from acquiring them. Why it matters: The notice cites national security concerns, extending restrictions to services developed by affiliated entities and to third-party services built using the model. Key numbers: Notice made public on Monday. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

The US Department of Homeland Security ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and third-party services built on the Chinese AI model from their information systems, and barred agencies from acquiring them.

The notice cites national security concerns, extending restrictions to services developed by affiliated entities and to third-party services built using the model. Key numbers: Notice made public on Monday.