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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET
Oct 19, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
US orders agencies to remove DeepSeek products
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The US has ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and third-party services built using its technology, citing national security concerns. Beijing opposed the move, saying it “overstretched” the concept of national security.
WHO: The US government and Beijing
WHAT: The US ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and related third-party services, prompting Beijing to oppose the move.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The US cited national security concerns.
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