DeepSeek Issues Urgent Alert on Fake Accounts and Cryptocurrency Scams

DeepSeek's Warning on Impostor Accounts

DeepSeek, the renowned AI start-up, has issued an urgent warning regarding the alarming rise in fake social media accounts and websites purporting to be associated with the company. As scammers capitalize on the growing popularity of its innovative AI app, the Chinese firm cautions users to remain vigilant.

Legitimacy and Scams

According to DeepSeek, only three authentic accounts exist on verified platforms such as WeChat and RedNote, along with the US microblogging service X (formerly Twitter). Any social media group claiming to represent DeepSeek and requesting fees is fraudulent. The company confirmed it has not issued any cryptocurrencies, countering a wave of misinformation surrounding this issue.

DeepSeek's Rising Popularity

Last month, DeepSeek's new AI assistant achieved incredible traction, boasting an average of 22.2 million daily active users, making it the top AI app in China. Traffic analysis indicates that DeepSeek.com saw an impressive 277.9 million visits, outpacing Google's Gemini but falling short of OpenAI's ChatGPT.

Server Constraints Amidst High Demand

The escalating demand for DeepSeek's services has strained its server capacity, prompting a temporary halt on developers topping-up their accounts for API access. This change is attributed to server resource constraints, although users can still utilize existing balances.

Fake Websites and Phishing

• Over 2,600 fake DeepSeek websites were created recently, primarily for phishing.
• Counterfeit sites aim to deceive users into purchasing scam coins and pre-IPO shares.

As fake news surrounding DeepSeek proliferates, users are advised to stay informed and verify any claims encountered online.