China has called out the U.S. for banning the AI platform DeepSeek on government devices, calling the move an unfair politicization of tech. The response follows a Reuters report revealing U.S. Department of Commerce restrictions on employee access to the service.
‘We oppose weaponizing national security,’ declared Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday. She emphasized China’s stance against ‘economic bullying’ and reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to shielding its companies from ‘discriminatory policies.’
The clash highlights growing global tensions over tech sovereignty. While U.S. officials cite ‘security risks,’ critics argue the move fuels a digital Cold War . Analysts warn such bans could disrupt cross-border innovation, especially in AI development.
Why it matters: DeepSeek is among several Chinese tech tools facing U.S. scrutiny. With Beijing pledging to ‘fight back,’ this escalates a battle shaping the future of global tech leadership.
‘We oppose weaponizing national security,’ declared Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday. She emphasized China’s stance against ‘economic bullying’ and reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to shielding its companies from ‘discriminatory policies.’
. Analysts warn such bans could disrupt cross-border innovation, especially in AI development.
Why it matters: DeepSeek is among several Chinese tech tools facing U.S. scrutiny. With Beijing pledging to ‘fight back,’ this escalates a battle shaping the future of global tech leadership.
