DeepSeek Opens Five Code Repositories Next Week

Chinese start-up DeepSeek announced it will open source five code repositories starting next week, emphasizing its commitment to transparency and community-driven innovation in artificial intelligence. The company's move, which it describes as 'small but sincere progress', follows the success of its state-of-the-art R1 and V3 models, which have gained significant traction due to their competitive performance at lower costs. DeepSeek's open-source approach contrasts with the more closed models typically adopted by AI firms in China and the U.S., aiming to lower barriers for developers and encourage collaboration within the AI community. The announcement has been well-received, with industry leaders noting the potential for open-source models to surpass proprietary ones. DeepSeek's rapid user growth, reportedly reaching 22.2 million daily active users, highlights the demand for its services. The company believes that open-sourcing its code will drive further innovation and respect within the AI field.