The United States has banned the use of DeepSeek artificial intelligence by its government, adding to ongoing technology tensions between Washington and Beijing.
DeepSeek is a powerful and widely used AI model originating from China. Its relatively low cost has contributed to its popularity, placing the service at the centre of wider debate over the development and use of artificial intelligence.
The US restriction means DeepSeek cannot be used within government operations. The measure comes as tensions between the United States and China continue in the technology sector, where both countries are competing over advanced digital systems and artificial intelligence.
The supplied information does not include further details about the scope of the ban, the government bodies affected or the reasons given by US officials. It also does not specify what further measures, if any, may follow.
