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Understanding common cybersecurity risks in AI apps

Posted on 6 February 2025

What? 

AI apps are increasingly involved in our lives, offering convenience and innovation. However, they also present cybersecurity challenges. New to the scene, DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company developing open-source large language models, known for its efficient, cost-effective models. 

DeepSeek's and other AI tools' data handling practices have raised privacy concerns, especially for international users. The company appears to collect extensive data, including conversations, keystroke patterns, device information, and cross-device tracking. 

While DeepSeek's privacy policy outlines users' rights to access, modify, or delete their data, the enforcement of these rights can be ambiguous due to jurisdictional differences. 

So what? 

For users concerned about privacy, experts recommend using DeepSeek's or other developers' models locally to prevent data from being transmitted externally. 

Additionally, there are many other risks common to AI, including compliance with international regulations, intellectual property rights, algorithmic bias and ethical considerations. By understanding these risks, users can make informed decisions, ensuring their data remains secure and their privacy protected. 

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