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In this new environment, a question arises: Should India strive to build its own AI models? The risk of substantial financial losses is significant, particularly for established companies like TCS and Infosys, which might face reputational harm if their AI initiatives do not deliver. However, the advent of models like Deep Seek, which demonstrate reduced training costs, suggests that emerging startups could have a fighting chance.
Startups, often seen as experimental entities, are less constrained by reputational risks than larger firms. They can explore innovative concepts without the fear of failing spectacularly, as public companies might experience.