India’s Finance Ministry Advises Employees to Avoid AI Tools Like ChatGPT and DeepSeek

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India’s finance ministry has issued an internal advisory urging employees to refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT and DeepSeek, for official work. The advisory, dated January 29, cites concerns over the potential risks to the confidentiality of government data and documents. The move follows similar restrictions by countries such as Australia and Italy, which have also raised concerns over data security with AI tools like DeepSeek.

The advisory surfaced ahead of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s visit to India, where he was scheduled to meet with India’s IT minister. The ministry’s note outlines the risks associated with using AI apps on government devices, which may compromise the security of sensitive information.

Representatives from the Indian finance ministry, OpenAI, and DeepSeek have not responded to requests for comment. While it is unclear if other Indian ministries have issued similar restrictions, the development is part of ongoing scrutiny of OpenAI’s activities in India, including a high-profile copyright case involving major Indian media organizations.

 

China Considers Investigating Apple’s App Store Policies

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China’s antitrust regulator is reportedly preparing to investigate Apple’s business practices, specifically focusing on its App Store policies and fees. According to Bloomberg News, the investigation would examine Apple’s commission on in-app purchases, which can reach up to 30%, as well as restrictions on external payment services and alternative app stores. This move comes shortly after China imposed tariffs on U.S. goods, including products from companies like Google, as tensions between the two countries escalate.

Shares of Apple dropped 2.6% in U.S. premarket trading following the news. Discussions between Chinese regulators and Apple executives, as well as app developers, have reportedly been ongoing since last year.

This potential probe mirrors similar actions against other U.S. companies, including Google, which is also under scrutiny by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation. Apple has not yet commented on the situation.

 

India Becomes OpenAI’s Second-Largest Market, Altman Reveals

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced on Wednesday that India has become the company’s second-largest market by user base, with the number of users tripling over the past year. Altman met with India’s IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to discuss India’s efforts to create a low-cost AI ecosystem. Altman praised India’s rapid AI adoption and its growing ambitions, emphasizing that the country should aim to lead the AI revolution.

Vaishnaw shared a post on X about his “super cool discussion” with Altman, focusing on India’s strategy to build a complete AI stack, including GPUs, models, and applications. OpenAI expressed interest in collaborating with India on all aspects of this strategy.

Altman’s comments marked a shift from his stance last year, when he questioned India’s ability to build a substantial AI model with a $10 million budget. He now supports India’s AI ambitions, calling for the country to become a leader in the field.

This visit to India comes as OpenAI faces legal challenges in the country. India’s finance ministry has also warned its employees against using tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official work, citing confidentiality concerns. Despite these challenges, OpenAI continues to expand its global presence, with Altman also securing deals in Japan and South Korea during his recent travels.