DeepSeek’s Cyber Drama: When AI Chatbots Meet DDoS Attacks and Data Dilemmas!
DeepSeek, the AI startup sensation from China, hit pause on user registrations after a massive DDoS attack overwhelmed its servers. Known for its free AI chatbot for Apple users, DeepSeek is now grappling with data protection challenges in Western markets, while trying to keep its digital doors open.

Hot Take:
Oh, DeepSeek, you poor thing! You tried to conquer the West with your chatty AI, but instead got caught in a web of DDoS drama and data dilemmas. I guess not even AI can predict when the cyber storm will rain down on its server parade!
Key Points:
- DeepSeek halts user registrations after a large-scale DDoS cyber attack.
- The attack targeted DeepSeek’s AI-powered free chatbot service for Apple users.
- DeepSeek-R1 models are gaining popularity in major markets like the UK and USA.
- Data handling concerns arise due to Western data protection regulations.
- Registration temporarily restricted to users with Chinese phone numbers.
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