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#459 – DeepSeek, China, OpenAI, NVIDIA, xAI, TSMC, Stargate, and AI Megaclusters

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Navigating AI Development: Insights from DeepSeq and DeepSeek

This chapter explores the coding practices and challenges faced in AI model training, particularly focusing on the DeepSeq code base and its evolution from experimental to polished code. It discusses the iterative processes involved in training frontier models, balancing resources between small-scale experiments and larger commitments, and highlights the experiences of researchers in real-time performance tracking. Additionally, it delves into DeepSeek’s strategic shift towards AI, its GPU utilization, and the implications of regulatory changes within the semiconductor industry.

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