The technology industry in an uproar! A new AI chatbot was developed by Chinese start-up DeepSeek. This chatbot has attracted worldwide attention and has been hailed as an impressive AI model.
What makes DeepSeek so special? DeepSeek's R1 model is similar to existing AI models such as ChatGPT, but it is completely free and runs on cheaper Nvidia chips, making it significantly cheaper to build. In addition, the model is more energy efficient than its competitors. This combination of cost savings and efficiency has led to high praise from industry experts.
Founded in May 2023 by Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek recently launched its new AI model. DeepSeek's success shows that China is not as far behind in artificial intelligence as previously thought.
The introduction of DeepSeek has led to much discussion about the future of the AI sector. For instance, it is said that the open-source nature of DeepSeek's code adds an extra dimension to this revolution, as it allows anyone to download, study and further develop the code.
While DeepSeek has a lot of potential, it also warns of privacy risks when using Chinese software. Caution is advised when switching from ChatGPT to DeepSeek, especially because of the lack of data privacy laws in China.
An analysis by Testaankoop shows that DeepSeek is allegedly not very close to European privacy rules. 'Belgian users' personal data is transferred to China without appropriate safeguards. Chinese law gives the state access to that data without guarantees of transparency or proportionality,' the organisation denounced. In addition, DeepSeek's privacy policy does not provide a clear legal basis for data processing, information on data use is incomplete, and there are no age controls or other measures to properly protect minors' data.
In conclusion, DeepSeek has the potential to become a major player in the AI world. It offers a cost-effective and efficient alternative to existing AI models, but users should be aware of the privacy risks and limitations.
At Sofatech, we still recommend our customers to choose Copilot, as it remains the most secure and reliable option. Copilot not only offers advanced AI functionalities but also complies with the strictest European privacy regulations, ensuring that your data is always protected. The future will show how DeepSeek develops and what impact it will have on the technology industry, but for now, Copilot remains the best choice for companies looking for a secure and efficient AI solution.