The recent announcement of DeepSeek's open-source platform has sent shockwaves through the tech world, resembling an unexpected explosion in a crowded and competitive fieldThis platform provides an unprecedented opportunity for both small to medium enterprises and publicly listed companies to harness the power of large model technology, allowing them to create innovative applications with greater ease than ever beforeThe ripple effects of this development are expected to catalyze a surge in practical AI applications across various industries.
As we look toward the evolution of the large model industry, one question remains paramount: how will different sectors respond to the myriad of new opportunities created by the open-source nature of DeepSeek? To discuss the future trajectory of this industry and the strategic leveraging of its technologies, the Global Developer Vanguard Conference is set to take place in Shanghai from February 21 to 23, 2025. Centered around the theme “Molding the Global, Infinite Possibilities,” this event will gather technology providers across diverse fields such as finance, healthcare, education, and intelligent manufacturing, focusing on AI development tools, multi-modal large models, enterprise services, and the expansive open-source ecosystem.
The emotional terrain surrounding these advancements is a mix of anxiety and excitementAs an example of this sentiment, Huang Haiqing, CEO of Shanghai Kupa Technology, shared his thoughts during a pre-conference exploration event organized by Blue Whale NewsHis profound acknowledgment of the industry’s state underscored the dual-edged nature of opportunity and uncertainty that has gripped AI professionals in the wake of DeepSeek's unveiling.
Huang's concerns echo a broader discussion within the industry: what is the future for emerging players, often referred to as the "Six Little Tigers"? As industry stalwarts ponder whether to adopt open-source or maintain proprietary systems, the question of how basic large models will evolve remains a crucial consideration for the way forward.
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Recent statistics highlight that nearly 250 public companies are currently exploring partnerships with DeepSeek, with over a hundred already detailing their collaborationsThis information, reported by Tonghuashun iFind, indicates that some stocks have seen noticeable price increases due to the enthusiasm surrounding DeepSeekHowever, it's essential to exercise caution; many companies have acknowledged that their business interactions with DeepSeek represent a minor portion of their overall revenue, indicating no substantial impact on their core operations just yet.
Promisingly, venture-backed startups are also eager to dive into this new era of AIHuang Haiqing noted that since the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, Kupa Technology has been diligently tracking the latest developments related to DeepSeekThis proactive approach illustrates the company’s commitment to leveraging new technological advancements for their strategic growth.
Huang believes that the advent of DeepSeek signals a significant shift in the AI landscape, particularly within the large model sectorHe cites DeepSeek’s notable achievements in original technological innovation and emphasizes the critical role that continuous innovation plays in the industry’s trajectoryMoreover, the company’s commitment to high-quality data and novel model structures has enabled it to not only enhance its technical capacity but also set a progressive standard for the sector as a whole.
Looking ahead, Huang suggests that the B2B market will become the primary focus for large model explorationHe emphasizes that for industries where data complexities are manageable, there exists a real opportunity to develop tailored, vertical large model solutions by integrating industry-specific databasesThe advent of DeepSeek has elevated model inference capabilities, especially in specialized fields such as law, finance, and healthcare, where technology can be more effectively applied and transformed into meaningful use cases.
DeepSeek’s open-source initiative has not only garnered global interest but has also sparked a wave of similar movements in the tech sphere
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Chinese companies are racing to contribute to the burgeoning open-source landscapeFor instance, MiniMax has recently launched its latest foundational model, MiniMax-01, along with a technical report, marking its commitment to the open-source directionIn another significant development, Baidu has plans to introduce its Wenxin large model 4.5 series over the coming months, with an official open-sourcing slated for June 30.
In a further collaboration between Step Technology and Geely Automotive Group, the two companies have declared that they will be making their two multi-modal models, Step-Video-T2V and Step-Audio, available to developers worldwideThis fosters a community-driven ecosystem where developers can utilize these models while contributing to their ongoing refinement.
Lee Jing, Vice President of Step Technology, highlighted the immense potential of open-source models in expanding the community around these technologiesHe remarked that through open-source contributions, companies can attract a broader base of supporters and foster feedback from the technology community, ultimately enhancing model iterations and optimizationsAs users actively participate by sharing tutorials on deploying and applying models, this collaborative approach has the potential to unleash a wave of innovative outcomes, empowering creators and expanding the user base substantially.
Beyond open-source initiatives, a myriad of companies are accelerating their efforts to facilitate smart industrial upgrades in light of new technological opportunitiesInterviews with industry figures from Shanghai Yidian reveal that as artificial intelligence integrates deeper with various sectors, the demand for diverse, layered, and fragmented computing power continues to riseIn response, Shanghai Yidian is rapidly expanding its service offerings to include flexible and intelligent computing cloud services, heterogeneous computing integration, and enterprise-customized computing solutions.
According to sources within Shanghai Yidian, the company has established multiple leading domestic "large-scale, high-performance" computing clusters to provide cost-effective computing power for key large model enterprises and research institutions in Shanghai
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