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Mon, February 3, 2025
[ Mon, Feb 03rd ] - Crikey
What does the man behind DeepSeek want?

What does the man behind DeepSeek want?


Published on 2025-02-03 16:42:19 - Crikey
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  • The nerdy, media-shy Liang Wenfeng seems more interested in shaking up China's own science and technology sector than he is in sticking it to the Americans or making a quick buck.

The article from Crikey discusses the emergence of DeepSeek AI, a new player in the artificial intelligence field, founded by Liang Wenfeng, a former executive at SenseTime, a leading Chinese AI company. DeepSeek AI aims to challenge the dominance of Western AI giants like OpenAI by focusing on developing AI technologies that cater specifically to the Chinese market, leveraging local data and cultural nuances. The company has already secured significant funding and is working on creating AI models that can understand and generate content in multiple Chinese dialects, aiming to bridge the gap between AI technology and the diverse linguistic landscape of China. This move is seen as part of a broader trend where Chinese tech companies are increasingly investing in AI to not only compete globally but also to address unique domestic challenges and opportunities.

Read the Full Crikey Article at:
[ https://www.crikey.com.au/2025/02/04/deepseek-ai-china-creator-liang-wenfeng/ ]
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