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CNBC Tech: Beyond The Valley
DeepSeek: Has a Chinese company opened a new chapter for AI?
Jan 30, 2025
A new player in AI, DeepSeek, has taken many by surprise with its powerful large language model that competes with American giants at a fraction of the cost. The podcast dives into the implications of this shift, exploring how it blindsided investors and affected the stock market. Discussion includes the rise of DeepSeek's innovative V3 model, the role of open-source technology, and how this development may challenge U.S. dominance in AI. Plus, an investigation into the censorship faced by DeepSeek users adds another layer to the conversation.
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- DeepSeek's V3 model has demonstrated comparable performance to American AI leaders at a fraction of the training cost, challenging prior investment assumptions.
- The open-source approach of DeepSeek's technology promotes rapid innovation and collaboration, potentially reshaping global AI standards amidst U.S.-China competition.
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The release of DeepSeek's large language model, V3, has sparked significant interest by demonstrating that it can be trained at a fraction of the cost compared to American rivals like OpenAI and NVIDIA. DeepSeek reportedly trained its model for under $6 million, utilizing older chip technology that raised questions regarding the substantial investments being made by tech firms in infrastructure. This revelation has shaken investor confidence, as it suggests that efficiencies could mean less reliance on expensive and advanced technology. The competitive nature of AI is evolving, as demonstrated by DeepSeek's rapid rise, indicating that American companies may no longer hold undisputed dominance in this field.
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