DeepSeek: Innovations and Implications

This chapter features a lively discussion among AI leaders about the emerging Chinese startup DeepSeek and its R1 model, which aims to rival OpenAI's technology. It examines DeepSeek's unique training methods, potential cost advantages, and the controversies surrounding intellectual property and data security. The narrative also explores the company's origins, financial backing, and its geopolitical implications, setting a context for understanding technological shifts in today's market.