#DeepSeekImpact DeepSeek-R1: The AI Side Hustle That Shook the World
I. What Is DeepSeek-R1? 🤨
Picture this: A small team of Chinese developers decided to create a fun AI side project. A weekend later, their so-called "little project" managed to:
1. Wipe hundreds of billions from the US stock market 💸
2. Pull the crypto market down with it 🪦
3. Overtake ChatGPT as the #1 app on the App Store 🥋
So, what makes DeepSeek-R1 so special? It’s a next-generation AI model that’s:
Ultra-efficient
Practically free to use
Surprisingly powerful
Launched just last Monday, DeepSeek-R1 isn’t just another chatbot. Unlike traditional AI models that rely on pre-scraped internet data, it uses advanced reasoning capabilities—thinking through responses like a human.
II. Why Is DeepSeek-R1 Causing a Global Frenzy?
1. Nearly Free: Users get 50 free messages per day, and even high-volume API usage costs next to nothing.
2. Runs on Anything: With US bans on Nvidia chips, the developers made sure DeepSeek-R1 runs on any hardware—even an iPhone.
3. Punches Above Its Weight: Built in just two months on a shoestring budget (under $10M), it’s already competing with AI models from tech giants.
And the kicker? It’s open-source—meaning anyone can run it, modify it, and use it however they want.
"Okay, but how did a single AI model trigger a financial meltdown?"
Follow me and read Part 2 to find out! 👇