Belgian watchdog receives complaint over DeepSeek’s data practices
Authorities are considering a broader examination of DeepSeek’s compliance with privacy laws.
Belgium‘s data protection authority has received a complaint about Chinese AI firm DeepSeek, potentially leading to an investigation. A spokesperson confirmed the complaint but declined to provide further details while the case is being handled.
Regulators in Luxembourg have not received any complaints but are monitoring DeepSeek’s latest AI model, citing potential risks for users. The country’s data protection agency is considering a broader review in collaboration with European regulators.
Authorities across Europe may examine how DeepSeek processes user data. The European Data Protection Board could play a role in assessing the AI company’s compliance with privacy laws.
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