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Why is everyone talking about DeepSeek?

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Jan 30, 2025
Discover the rise of DeepSeek, an innovative AI player shaking up Silicon Valley with its resource-efficient, open-source approach. Explore how it challenges traditional strategies while making advanced technology more accessible. Dive into India's booming Electronics Manufacturing Services sector, where government incentives are driving local production and promising job growth. Plus, get quick updates on economic highlights like gold loan interest rates and major corporate activities.
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INSIGHT

DeepSeek's Disruption

  • DeepSeek, a previously unknown AI company, has disrupted the AI field.
  • Their efficient models challenge the dominance of American labs.
ANECDOTE

DeepSeek's Origin and Development

  • DeepSeek, originating as a side project at Highflyer hedge fund, quietly developed advanced AI models.
  • Their V3 model rivaled OpenAI's GPT-40, and their reasoning model matched OpenAI's O1.
INSIGHT

Open-Sourcing AI

  • DeepSeek open-sourced its models, contrasting with American companies' secretive approach.
  • This allows anyone to use, modify, and explore their AI technology, potentially changing the AI landscape.
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