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DeepSeek: A Game Changer in AI

This chapter explores the emergence of DeepSeek, a groundbreaking AI model that challenges established players in the tech industry with its cost-effectiveness and innovative techniques. It analyzes the implications of DeepSeek's advancements, including reinforcement learning and distillation, while highlighting the competitive dynamics and political backdrop influencing the AI landscape. Additionally, the chapter discusses the controversies surrounding DeepSeek's data sourcing and the concerns related to its rapid popularity amidst privacy issues.

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