DeepSeek’s US Future Uncertain: Why Attachment to the AI Startup May Be Short-Lived

The Rise and Fall of DeepSeek: A Chatter App That’s Got Everyone Talking

In a period of just a few days, DeepSeek has gone from a relatively unknown Chinese AI chatbot to the talk of the town. The sudden surge in popularity has seen the app dominate headlines and US stock market trends. But, does this rapid ascent mask a more sinister reality? Let’s dive in and explore the mystery surrounding DeepSeek’s meteoric rise.

This Smells Fishy

DeepSeek’s innovative approach to AI training using cheap chips has raised eyebrows. The company’sclaim that it’s possible to achieve results for just $5.6 million is astonishing. For context, Meta plans to spend a whopping $65 billion on AI training this year alone. This has led to widespread speculation about the trustworthiness of DeepSeek’s claims.

A Matter of Trust

As a Chinese app, there’s an inherent lack of transparency, which has sparked concerns. The US hasn’t even had a TikTok equivalent, where ByteDance, the parent company, has a significant level of control. In contrast, TikTok is run by US employees and data is stored in the US. With DeepSeek, users are sending their personal queries, and millions are doing so.

Chinese Government Access

This raises serious concerns about the Chinese government’s access to personal data. It’s a worrisome thought that users are voluntarily handing over their data to a foreign nation, just because an activist investor touted the app as a "groundbreaking AI breakthrough." We need to question if he has a vested interest in the company or has a grudge against US-based AI companies.

A Matter of Multimodal Support

The app’s limitations are evident. It only offers text-based interaction, which is not groundbreaking. Compare this to AI systems that can recognize and react to images. Is this truly the most promising AI breakthrough?

This Won’t Last

Assuming DeepSeek’s R1 model does live up to its promise, the company has more models in the pipeline. However, its Chinese ownership will ultimately be its downfall. The app won’t survive in the current US climate.

Conclusion

Time will reveal the truth about DeepSeek’s claims. My bet is that the revelation will lead to a re-evaluation of AI strategies by Meta, OpenAI, Microsoft, and others. For now, the hype surrounding DeepSeek seems fishy, and I predict a reset for the app in the near future.

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