From Hedge Funds to AGI Dreams: Liang Wenfeng’s DeepSeek Shakes Silicon Valley
A Hangzhou-based AI lab is making waves globally—and it’s all thanks to Liang Wenfeng, the low-key founder behind DeepSeek. His startup’s ultra-efficient R1 model has outperformed giants like ChatGPT on app charts in the Chinese mainland and the U.S., sparking debates about the future of AI competition. 🚀
Who Is Liang Wenfeng?
Graduating from Zhejiang University with an AI degree, Liang pivoted from co-founding AI-driven hedge fund High-Flyer to chasing his ultimate goal: advancing artificial general intelligence (AGI). In 2023, he launched DeepSeek as a passion project, prioritizing long-term research over quick profits. His ‘curiosity-first’ approach? It’s working. 💡
Why Silicon Valley Is Buzzing
DeepSeek’s R1 model slashed training costs by skipping traditional methods, proving innovation doesn’t need Silicon Valley-sized budgets. Critics call it a ‘counterproductive’ blow to U.S. efforts to stifle China’s tech rise. With apps topping charts, even Meta and OpenAI are watching closely. 📈
The Long Game
Liang’s philosophy? ‘Long-termism’. He’s focused on unlocking the secrets of human-like intelligence, even if profits take years. Recently invited to a Beijing symposium with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Liang’s ideas now shape national tech strategies. 🧠
One thing’s clear: In the AI race, DeepSeek—and China—are sprinting ahead. 🌍🤖
