Australia orders ban on DeepSeek over security concerns
DeepSeek gets banned in Australia amid security concerns

Australia has made a big announcement of banning the DeepSeek application from all government devices, citing serious security risks.
The decision was made following an in-depth review by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC), which raised alarms about the app's potential to compromise sensitive government information.
Australian officials have warned that the app's data handling capabilities could be exploited by malicious actors, posing a threat to national security.
The ACSC flagged concerns about DeepSeek’s data storage and transmission processes, with fears that it could be vulnerable to cyberattacks.
The application’s links to foreign entities were also scrutinized, amplifying worries over potential espionage risks.
As a result, Australian government departments and agencies have been ordered to remove the app from all official devices immediately.
This move is part of Australia's ongoing effort to strengthen its cybersecurity measures and protect critical infrastructure.
The government has emphasized that this ban is a precautionary step to mitigate risks and prevent any potential data breaches.
DeepSeek, in response to the ban, has denied any wrongdoing and stated that they are working closely with the Australian government to address the concerns.