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As Deep Seek rises, it sparks discussions about global competitiveness in technology. If access to innovative AI models can be democratized, players from around the globe—particularly in rapidly developing nations like China—can gain parity or even outrun established American giants. This scenario has eluded the consciousness of many, drawing parallels to the railroads of the early 20th century or the space race ignited by the launch of Sputnik.
Mark Andreessen's comparison of Deep Seek to the Russian satellite emphasizes just how urgent this technological race is; the feeling of a reactive pressure to innovate is palpable. A renewed focus on investment into infrastructure for AI, akin to the space race mentality, could potentially catalyze rapid advancements.