Italian authorities have finished investigating DeepSeek, an artificial intelligence platform. The review came after concerns that DeepSeek could be giving users false or misleading information, a problem known as AI hallucination. The main focus was to check if DeepSeek was honest and transparent about how its AI works and the risks it poses.
Regulators began the investigation after questions arose about the accuracy and reliability of DeepSeek’s answers. AI hallucinations occur when the system gives responses that sound confident but are actually wrong. Authorities were worried that these answers could cause problems because DeepSeek is supposed to provide reliable information.
Officials looked into how DeepSeek handles user queries. They checked whether the platform verifies information and informs users about limitations. They also reviewed whether DeepSeek follows European Union rules on consumer protection and data governance. The goal was to ensure that the AI platform manages user information responsibly and complies with EU regulations on AI safety.
The investigation did not stop the use of AI in Italy. However, regulators told AI companies to be more transparent. They want users to know when content is generated by a machine and may not be fully accurate. AI developers are expected to protect people from false information and make their tools responsible and fair.
Italy and other European governments are closely monitoring generative AI systems as they prepare for the EU Artificial Intelligence Act. Italy has previously paused platforms that did not follow the rules. The DeepSeek case highlights the importance of accurate and reliable AI, especially in areas like news healthcare finance and public policy. Authorities want AI companies to design tools that are fair safe and trustworthy because these systems can directly affect people’s lives.
With the investigation now closed DeepSeek is likely to continue operating in Italy under closer regulatory supervision. The case reflects the global challenge of balancing AI development with public trust and safety.
