DeepSeek’s Popular AI App Is Explicitly Sending US Data to China
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DeepSeek, a popular AI service, collects extensive user data, including from third-party sources. The company uses this data to improve services and train new AI models. As a Chinese company, DeepSeek must comply with laws requiring cooperation with national intelligence efforts. This has raised concerns about data harvesting and propaganda, similar to those surrounding TikTok. Experts warn that AI platforms could have greater influence on users than social media, potentially leading to future regulatory actions.
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