From China to Syria – Here’s a list of countries that have banned ChatGPT. Know why

Here’s the list of countries which banned ChatGPT:

1. China: The country has strict rules against foreign websites and applications and as the relations between China and the United States are at historic lows, Beijing will never let a ChatGPT-like platform function in the country. China has concerns about the US using the AI platform to spread misinformation and alter global narratives.
2. Russia: Again, Moscow is concerned about the potential misuse of the AI platform and at a time when the country is at an indirect war with Western countries, it cannot afford any ChatGPT-like platform to take control of the narratives. 
3. North Korea: The regime of Kim Jong-un restricts the use of even internet and the state practically monitors every activity on the internet. In such situations, it is unsurprising that the North Korean government banned US-made ChatGPT.
4. Iran: The middle-eastern country is also known for its strict censorship regulations and is currently recovering from mass protests, unleashed after the death of 22-year-old Mahasa Amini. The relationship between Iran and US is also at its worst after the Donald Trump administration pulled out of the nuclear pact.
5. Cuba: The government of Cuba also restricts the use of ChatGPT and has strict regulations around the use of the internet.
6. Syria: The war-torn country has a lot on its plate when it comes to misinformation and doesn’t want to risk more exposure with an AI platform built by a US-based company.

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