Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Texas bans AI chatbot DeepSeek and other apps on govt devices

Texas bans AI chatbot DeepSeek and other apps on govt devices

Texas has banned several apps, including the popular AI assistant DeepSeek, from government-issued devices. The decision follows Governor Greg Abbott’s directive to prohibit apps linked to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Initially, the ban applied only to TikTok, but it has now been extended to six more apps. … Read more

Chinese app RedNote stepping up as TikTok alternative

RedNote

RedNote, also known as Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) in China, has emerged as a significant alternative to TikTok, especially following the confirmation of TikTok’s ban in the US. The app, which has been gaining rapid popularity over the past few months, combines features of Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest, offering users a platform for short-form videos … Read more