DeepSeek, a Chinese AI language model, is challenging US giants like OpenAI and Google, prompting European innovators to rethink their strategies. Founded by Liang Wenfeng in July 2023, DeepSeek offers a free advanced AI system. Experts highlight the need for Europe to innovate without solely relying on scale and funding. The EU lags in AI investment, with a report indicating a significant gap compared to the US. European leaders emphasize the importance of data protection and responsible AI development, suggesting that privacy concerns could create opportunities for EU-based businesses. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)