A groundbreaking AI chatbot named 'DeepSeek R1' launched by a Chinese research lab on January 20, 2025, has sent shockwaves across the globe, outperforming leading AI models from giants like OpenAI, Meta, and Google in efficiency and cost. This chatbot, revealed to be superior in various benchmarks, has not only taken the tech world by surprise but also became the most downloaded app in the US and India within a week. DeepSeek's innovative training approach utilizes fewer resources, challenging the norms set by current AI technologies. Despite its capabilities, it's not without controversies, especially regarding the avoidance of sensitive topics and allegations of data theft from competitors. However, its open-source nature suggests a new era of AI development, proving that high-level AI innovation is not limited to American tech companies and inspiring a competitive spirit worldwide. Let's explore what makes DeepSeek a formidable player in the AI landscape.
