DeepSeek vs OpenAI: How China’s AI giant is outpacing the ChatGPT?
Chinese AI research lab, has introduced an advanced AI model, DeepSeek-R1, which is reported to rival leading AI systems from global giants such as OpenAI. The company claims that its model outperforms competitors in areas including mathematical reasoning, code generation, and cost efficiency. The release of this model signals a potential shift in the global AI landscape, where DeepSeek is emerging as a serious competitor, as reported by Wired.
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DeepSeek originated as Fire-Flyer, a deep-learning research branch of High-Flyer, a Chinese quantitative hedge fund founded in 2015. High-Flyer gained recognition by using advanced computing to analyse financial data. In 2023, Liang Wenfeng, the fund’s founder, shifted its focus towards AI research, establishing DeepSeek to develop pioneering AI models. Unlike many Chinese AI firms, DeepSeek operates independently of major corporations such as Baidu and Alibaba.
Liang’s motivation behind DeepSeek was scientific curiosity rather than immediate financial gain. He stated, «Basic science research rarely offers high returns on investment.»
DeepSeek-R1: A Technological Leap
DeepSeek-R1 employs reinforcement learning (RL) techniques and multi-stage training to enhance its capabilities. The company has also open-sourced its flagship
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