US civilian agencies ordered to stop using DeepSeek
The US Department of Homeland Security barred federal civilian agencies from using the Chinese AI service DeepSeek, the Register and Engadget reported. The order followed the release of DeepSeek's latest model. The Register described the directive as broad and vague, while the RSS reports did not specify its operational scope.
Why it matters
The restriction extends US technology controls from hardware and procurement into government use of foreign AI services.
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Part of the October 20, 2026 brief.