DeepSeek’s long-awaited new model fails to narrow US lead in AI
DeepSeek unveiled preview versions of its new flagship AI model, V4, which costs less than many alternatives but doesn't narrow the US lead in AI capabilities. The new model follows the release of DeepSeek's competitive AI model, R1, last January.
China's DeepSeek released a new artificial intelligence model, R1, last January, sparking concerns about a potential threat to America's lead in AI. More than a year later, DeepSeek unveiled preview versions of its new flagship model, V4. The V4 model costs less than many alternatives to use but doesn't meaningfully narrow the US lead in AI capabilities. DeepSeek's achievement was anticipated with concern in Washington and Silicon Valley, but the new model's limitations have likely brought sighs of relief. The release of V4 follows the earlier R1 model, which was purportedly built for less than many rivals.
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