Samsung Bans Use of Generative AI Tools like ChatGPT Due to Security Breaches
Samsung has recently implemented an in-house ban on the use of generative AI tools after sensitive data was leaked to the external source, ChatGPT. Samsung has sent out a memo to its employees warning them about the concerns related to generative AI platforms like ChatGPT and Google Bard, particularly with the storage of user data.
According to internal company documents reviewed by Bloomberg, Samsung has taken this step due to the security risk presented by generative AI tools. The company's concern is that information fed to these platforms ends up being stored on external servers, making it difficult to retrieve and delete. Thus, there is always a risk of this sensitive information being disclosed to other users.
As per the company's new policy, Samsung staff is not permitted to use generative AI tools on any of their devices, including phones, tablets, computers, or the company’s internal network. However, this policy does not affect Samsung's consumers; ChatGPT-powered BingAI is still available for Samsung phone users via the SwiftKey keyboard integration.
"We ask that you diligently adhere to our security guidelines and failure to do so may result in a breach or compromise of company information resulting in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment," warns Samsung in the memo.
The security breach has led Samsung to focus on developing its own AI tools for software development, translation, and summarizing documents. These AI tools are most likely for internal company use only, and there is no indication that Samsung will bring any generative AI products to consumers.
As of now, Samsung has banned the use of generative AI tools like ChatGPT, citing the security risks that these tools pose. Samsung has taken this step to ensure the safety and security of its sensitive data.
