Wall Street Week Bonus Episode: What Is DeepSeek and Why Is It Sinking Stocks?
Jan 27, 2025
A new Chinese AI startup, DeepSeek, is shaking up the tech industry with cost-effective models using less advanced chips, challenging the dominance of big American companies. The buzz is causing investors to worry about inflated stock values and shifting market dynamics. With DeepSeek leading download charts amid US sanctions, discussions surround its impact on pricing and demand for chips used by tech giants like Nvidia. The conversation also touches on mental health support, adding an insightful layer amidst the market tumult.
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DeepSeek's Impact
- DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, is impacting U.S. tech stocks.
- Its cost-effective AI model runs on less-advanced chips, challenging NVIDIA's valuation.
Challenging U.S. Tech Dominance
- DeepSeek's popularity despite sanctions raises questions about U.S. tech dominance.
- It suggests potential overinvestment in U.S. AI and lower future chip demand.
NVIDIA vs. DeepSeek
- NVIDIA's Blackwell chip costs $30,000-$40,000, and data centers use many.
- DeepSeek offers similar technology at a much lower cost, impacting the market.