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Deep Seek’s open-source release is celebrated worldwide as a win for innovation and accessibility, providing a free AI model that anyone can download and experiment with. This democratization could accelerate AI development globally, fostering collaboration and competition. However, the broader implications are still uncertain. The real opportunity—and challenge—lies ahead: whether other Chinese entities will move beyond emulation to set new standards or if US companies will continue to lead through original innovation.