On June 27, 2025, the Berlin Commissioner for Data Protection issued a formal notice to Apple and Google: remove the AI chatbot DeepSeek from their app stores in Germany—or face consequences. Why? Violations of GDPR and unlawful international data transfers to China without required safeguards.
Here’s the key point:
DeepSeek has no offices in the EU. But it still falls under GDPR because it targets EU users and processes their personal data—proving once again that compliance laws have global reach.
The Impact
If Apple or Google block DeepSeek in Germany, the ban could quickly cascade across the entire EU. This isn’t just about one app—it’s a wake-up call for any business operating digitally, especially AI-driven platforms.
Non-compliance doesn’t just risk fines—it can erase market access.
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With our AI-powered platform, businesses can:
• Identify compliance gaps before regulators do
• Facilitate lawful data transfers
• Reduce operational risk while scaling globally
Don’t let non-compliance shut your business out of key markets.
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Source: https://lnkd.in/gzy4bQwp