South Korea's foreign and trade ministries have restricted access to Chinese mainland-based AI developer DeepSeek, according to a Wednesday report by Yonhap News Agency. The move comes amid growing scrutiny of data security practices among tech firms operating in sensitive sectors.
While officials haven't disclosed specific reasons, analysts suggest the decision reflects heightened attention to AI governance frameworks across G20 nations. DeepSeek, known for its natural language processing tools, joins a list of international tech platforms facing regulatory challenges in multiple markets.
The development highlights mounting tensions between innovation priorities and national security considerations in East Asia's tech sector. Business leaders warn such decisions could impact cross-border AI collaboration, while digital rights advocates emphasize the need for transparent evaluation criteria.
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S. Korean foreign, trade ministries block access to DeepSeek: Yonhap
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