DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has suspended downloads of its chatbot applications in South Korea following privacy concerns flagged by the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC). The apps were removed from major platforms like Apple App Store and Google Play after the company agreed to enhance privacy measures. While existing users retain access, regulations urge them to be cautious. DeepSeek's swift rise in popularity raised competition fears but also prompted scrutiny over its data handling practices, leading to an ongoing investigation that uncovered transparency issues and excessive data collection.
"We advise South Korean users to delete the app from their devices or avoid entering personal information into the tool until the issues are resolved."
"The PIPC launched an investigation into DeepSeek's data practices in January, uncovering issues related to transparency and data security."
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