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Move over, Silicon Valley—China’s new DeepSeek-R1 AI model is rewriting the rules of the global tech race. Dubbed a potential \"Sputnik moment\" by experts, this open-source powerhouse from a Chinese mainland startup is outperforming rivals at a fraction of the cost, sparking debates about innovation and geopolitics.
Why the hype? Imagine an AI tool that tackles complex reasoning tasks with near-human precision while keeping operational costs lower than your favorite streaming subscription. \"It’s not just about raw power—it’s about smart, accessible innovation,\" says Angela Li of the LSE Students’ Union’s China Development Forum.
Thorsten Jelinek from the Taihe Institute notes: \"DeepSeek challenges the assumption that AI leadership is a Western monopoly.\" Meanwhile, Professor Gai Keke highlights its \"disruptive potential for businesses and research.\"
Could this be China’s answer to ChatGPT? Andy Mok of the Center for China and Globalization thinks bigger: \"This isn’t imitation—it’s reinvention. The global AI chessboard just got more interesting.\"
From startups to tech giants, developers worldwide are now tinkering with DeepSeek’s code. One thing’s clear: The future of AI just got a lot more global—and a whole lot cheaper.
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