DeepSeek disappears from the Italian App Store and Google Play Store amid privacy complaint
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John Harrison
The popular AI chatbot app DeepSeek has mysteriously vanished from Italy’s Apple App Store and Google Play Store, sparking privacy concerns. The disappearance follows a complaint filed by the country’s data watchdog regarding the handling of users’ personal data. Italian users have confirmed the app’s unavailability for download, although the website remains accessible in the country. Similar complaints have been made by Belgium and Ireland, highlighting potential GDPR violations.
While VPNs are typically used to bypass online restrictions, accessing DeepSeek may require additional workarounds due to limitations in changing App Store locations. Experts advise caution when using AI tools associated with China, particularly given data privacy issues and potential ties to the Chinese government. Users are urged to exercise diligence when sharing sensitive information while using such applications.
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