U.S. Navy bans use of DeepSeek AI – citing ‘security and ethical concerns’

CNBC carried the report, in brief:

• The U.S. Navy issued a warning to its members to avoid using DeepSeek “in any capacity,” due to “potential security and ethical concerns.”
• The warning was sent out on Friday as buzz about the Chinese artificial intelligence startup was picking up across the tech industry.
• The email instructed all team members not to use DeepSeek “for any work-related tasks or personal use.”

CNBC adds:

• A spokesperson for the U.S. Navy confirmed the authenticity of the email and said it was in reference to the Department of the Navy’s Chief Information Officer’s generative AI policy.

This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.