Gov. Jeff Landry restricts state's AI use amid spying concerns

Gov. Jeff Landry restricts state's AI use amid spying concerns

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order to monitor how the state uses artificial intelligence (AI). In the executive order, Landry said some foreign-controlled AI programs, such as Deep Seek, which is influenced by Chinese AI systems, can be used as tools to spy on American citizens. “This executive order puts America and Louisiana first. We will not let the Chinese Communist Party spy on our sta…

Gov. Landry bans state use of AI software tied to ‘hostile’ nations

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has signed an executive order banning public schools, universities, and state agencies from using artificial intelligence tools developed or operated by “hostile foreign governments,” The Center Square writes.  The order specifically outlaws Chinese-made platforms like DeepSeek, which federal officials warn could enable espionage and propaganda.  Until Dec. 15, no new AI contracts can be issued without approval from th…