Vodafone’s parent company TPG Telecom and Optus have banned employees from using the controversial Chinese artificial intelligence program DeepSeek on workplace devices.
Vodafone owner TPG Telecom and Optus forbid use of controversial Chinese AI DeepSeek at work amid security concerns
Then on Wednesday, Optus confirmed to SkyNews.com.au its employees are not able to access DeepSeek on work devices, as they can only use AI programs that are managed by the telco unless given approval by senior leadership. “The speed of AI developments and how information is ingested and used needs to be met with a measured and cautious approach from both the public and corporate Australia."
The moves by leading companies come after Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke issued a statement about risks the Chinese AI posed to Australia’s security when he announced the government was banning DeepSeek. The move follows a similar ban imposed in 2023, when the government prevented TikTok from being used on devices issued by Commonwealth departments and agencies.
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