DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company from China, specializes in developing open-source large language models. Established recently by Liang Wenfeng, the company has made waves in the tech sector for its latest AI developments. Notably, DeepSeek has developed AI rivaling top competitors at significantly lower prices and resource requirements. This breakthrough is particularly noteworthy given the challenges faced for advanced AI chips, showcasing DeepSeek's innovative approach in the global AI race.