DeepSeek and the AI Race: A Probe into Innovation and Ethics

This chapter examines the U.S. investigation into DeepSeek's potential use of restricted NVIDIA chips in its AI models and the implications of this on the global tech landscape. It explores the complexities of intellectual property rights, particularly concerning DeepSeek's possible utilization of OpenAI's technologies, while challenging the narrative of Chinese AI innovation as merely derivative. The discussion highlights the unexpected advancements from Chinese startups and the contrasting approaches to AI model development, amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.