That country has launched an investigation into DeepSeek: It had previously blocked access to ChatGPT

DeepSeek collects some user data at its headquarters located in China. According to DeepSeek's policies, the transfer of this collected data to China is carried out in accordance with the requirements of data protection laws. Italy, however, wants to obtain more information regarding the storage of this data. For this reason, an investigation has been launched into DeepSeek.

ACCESS TO CHATGPT HAD ALSO BEEN BLOCKED

The Italian government went on record as the first Western country to block access to ChatGPT in the past, and it cited data usage as the reason for this ban, just as it has in the DeepSeek investigation. ChatGPT, which was blocked for a period of time, was later reopened for use in the country.

20 DAYS GRANTED

The Italian government has given DeepSeek 20 days to fulfill the request. During this period, the company is required to prepare a detailed report and explain in full detail how it handles data usage. Following this, the government will present certain conditions for DeepSeek to remain available. If these conditions are met, Italian citizens will be able to use DeepSeek technologies without any restrictions. Otherwise, DeepSeek will be blocked from access, just like ChatGPT.

News Source: 12punto