Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has launched an upgraded version of its large language model, DeepSeek-V3-0324, significantly enhancing its reasoning and coding capabilities. The update marks a major leap in China’s AI development, narrowing the technological gap with U.S. firms like OpenAI. As DeepSeek strengthens its position in the AI sector, its cost-effective and open-source approach is prompting other Chinese AI startups to rethink their strategies.

In a strategic move to strengthen its position in the global artificial intelligence race, China is throwing its support behind Manus, a rising AI company with ambitions to become a leader in autonomous systems. This initiative reflects the nation’s broader drive to foster the next big breakthrough in AI, following the impactful rise of homegrown firm DeepSeek.

Liang Wenfeng’s AI startup, DeepSeek, is making waves in the tech world, challenging US giants and raising concerns in India. With rapid advancements in AI, DeepSeek’s innovations are positioning China as a major player in the global AI race, altering both industry and geopolitical dynamics.