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DeepSeek’s open-source surge cracks America’s AI illusions

China’s DeepSeek is proving that open-source AI can flourish, while the West is hitting back by raising familiar security concerns.

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DeepSeek’s rise illustrates just how powerful this approach can be.

DeepSeek’s rise illustrates just how powerful this approach can be.

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