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South Korea's data protection authority has suspended new downloads of the Chinese AI app DeepSeek due to its failure to comply with local personal data protection regulations. The suspension, effective from February 17, will remain until DeepSeek makes necessary improvements to align with South Korea's privacy laws. Although new downloads are blocked, the app's web service continues to be accessible in the country.
DeepSeek's acknowledgment of neglecting South Korea's data protection rules highlights ongoing concerns about data privacy in AI applications. The app has faced similar scrutiny in Italy, where its chatbot was also ordered to be blocked for not addressing privacy policy issues. This situation raises questions about the balance between innovation in AI and the imperative to protect user data.
• DeepSeek's downloads suspended in South Korea for data protection violations.
• The app's web service remains accessible despite the suspension.
Data protection refers to the legal framework governing the handling of personal data, which DeepSeek failed to comply with.
Artificial intelligence involves the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, exemplified by DeepSeek's functionalities.
A privacy policy outlines how an organization collects, uses, and protects user data, which DeepSeek was criticized for not adequately addressing.
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI startup that has faced regulatory challenges in multiple countries regarding its data privacy practices.
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