Sweden Blocks ChatGPT and Claude Across Government Offices Over Data Security Concerns

Sweden's Government Offices announced on Friday that it will block access to ChatGPT and Claude on all staff computers effective Monday, citing data protection violations and the lack of formal contracts required under GDPR. The ban, which takes effect October 26, 2026, applies across the Prime Minister's office and all federal ministries in Regeringskansliet. Staff will be restricted to approved tools, primarily Microsoft Copilot, which is covered by an enterprise agreement with formal data-handling terms.