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DeepSeek limits registrations due to cyber attack

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on January 27, 2025

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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The image depicts the impact of a cyber attack on DeepSeek, a Chinese startup, which has limited user registrations. This highlights cybersecurity challenges in the finance sector.
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(Reuters) - Chinese startup DeepSeek said on Monday it is temporarily limiting registrations due to a large-scale malicious attack on its services. (Reporting by Arsheeya Bajwa in Bengaluru; Editing

DeepSeek Temporarily Halts Registrations Following Cyber Attack

(Reuters) - Chinese startup DeepSeek said on Monday it is temporarily limiting registrations due to a large-scale malicious attack on its services.

(Reporting by Arsheeya Bajwa in Bengaluru; Editing by Shilpi Majumdar)

Key Takeaways

  • DeepSeek is a Chinese startup affected by a cyber attack.
  • The company has temporarily limited new registrations.
  • The attack was large-scale and malicious.
  • The incident highlights cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • Reported by Arsheeya Bajwa, edited by Shilpi Majumdar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What action has DeepSeek taken due to the cyber attack?
DeepSeek has temporarily limited registrations on its services due to a large-scale malicious attack.
Who reported on the DeepSeek cyber attack?
The report on the DeepSeek cyber attack was provided by Arsheeya Bajwa in Bengaluru.
What type of attack did DeepSeek experience?
DeepSeek experienced a large-scale malicious attack on its services.

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