FT Tech Tonic Making money from AI: After DeepSeek
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Feb 18, 2025 The landscape of generative AI is evolving rapidly with companies like OpenAI and Meta striving for dominance. DeepSeek’s rise as a cost-effective alternative has shaken the market, prompting reevaluation of traditional business models. The podcast dives into the complexities of achieving artificial general intelligence and the associated economic implications. It also tackles the paradox of profitability in AI, comparing it to the airline industry, while emphasizing the importance of user interface in maintaining user loyalty.
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Generative AI Night Class
- A night school in Tottenham offers a free Generative AI Prompt Engineering class.
- The course teaches students how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT.
DeepSeek's Disruption
- DeepSeek, a Chinese startup, developed a powerful language model at a fraction of the cost of its US competitors.
- This challenges the high valuations of Silicon Valley AI companies.
AI Revenue Streams
- AI companies rely on consumer and business subscriptions, along with selling model access for application development.
- Advertising is another potential revenue stream, with OpenAI and Meta exploring options.