This country bans ChatGPT and Claude AI on govt computers, here is why
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The Swedish government is blocking ChatGPT and Claude on staff computers starting today, Monday. Civil servants will now have to use Microsoft Copilot as their only approved AI tool, according to Sveriges Radio. The decision aims to protect sensitive government information from security risks linked to the use of AI services. Mikael Wettercrantz, the Government Offices’ director of digitalisation, informed staff about the move through the internal network. He warned that using AI tools without proper contracts could create information security risks. The government has reviewed Copilot and adjusted its security settings for the use. Wettercrantz said officials had identified several cases of employees using AI services in ways that could put information at risk. “We have seen several examples of problematic use of open AI services.
First reported by Digit. This page is a short excerpt; the full text is theirs.
