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China’s DeepSeek AI Triggers Market Chaos, Threatens Tech Giants’ Dominance
In an unexpected twist, China’s groundbreaking artificial intelligence platform, DeepSeek, has sent tremors across the global tech market. The announcement of its advanced capabilities and potential to dominate the AI sector has triggered a sharp selloff in tech stocks, with giants like NVIDIA and Alphabet suffering heavy losses. As reported by Reuters, the disruptive nature of DeepSeek has led to widespread investor uncertainty, pushing major indexes into a downward spiral.
According to Bloomberg, the ripple effect of DeepSeek’s launch could potentially wipe out Rs 98,88,000 crore in market value from tech stocks globally. The platform, developed under tight secrecy by a coalition of Chinese tech firms and government-backed initiatives, is said to offer unparalleled efficiency in data processing and predictive analytics. Its debut raises serious questions about the future dominance of Western companies in the AI race.
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NVIDIA, a key player in AI hardware, saw its stock sink by over 7% in intraday trading. The Wall Street Journal highlighted concerns that DeepSeek could dramatically undercut demand for NVIDIA’s GPUs in the Chinese market, which has been a significant revenue source for the company.
The Financial Times pointed out that DeepSeek’s arrival also brings into focus the broader geopolitical stakes in AI development. Many Western firms are now scrambling to assess whether they can maintain their competitive edge against China’s accelerated advancements.
Experts believe DeepSeek’s launch signals a shift in the balance of power within the AI sector. However, critics warn that such concentrated innovation risks leaving smaller players marginalized. “Technology development must be democratic,” industry analysts argue, emphasizing the need for collaborative, transparent progress in AI to avoid monopolistic practices.
As the dust settles, global investors and tech leaders alike are bracing for the long-term implications of DeepSeek on the AI landscape.
