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    India’s IT Minister Praises DeepSeek for Revolutionising AI Development

    Aditya LenkaBy Aditya LenkaJanuary 30, 2025 AI and Robotics No Comments2 Mins Read
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    India’s IT Minister Applauds DeepSeek for Disrupting AI Sector

    India’s IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has praised Chinese AI startup DeepSeek for challenging industry norms with its low-cost AI model. He compared its frugal approach to India’s ongoing efforts to develop a localized AI ecosystem.

    Speaking at an event in Odisha, Vaishnaw referenced DeepSeek’s achievement, stating, “Some people question the amount of investments the government has committed in (IndiaAI mission). You have seen what DeepSeek has done? $5.5 million and a very, very powerful model. Because, the use of brain.”

    DeepSeek’s AI model, built in just two months with under $6 million using Nvidia’s H800 chips, has reshaped global perspectives on AI development. Its success has led to increased downloads of its app, surpassing OpenAI’s ChatGPT on Apple’s App Store.

    India’s $1.25 Billion AI Push

    In March, India announced a $1.25 billion investment under its IndiaAI Mission, aiming to fund AI startups and strengthen AI infrastructure. Vaishnaw’s comments appeared to counter skepticism over whether such funding was sufficient to build competitive AI models.

    His remarks also subtly addressed previous statements by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who, during a visit to India last year, doubted that an Indian team could build a competitive AI model with just $10 million.

    Altman’s Return to India Amid Legal Battles

    Altman is set to visit India again on February 5, at a time when OpenAI faces legal challenges in the country over copyright disputes with digital news and book publishers. Meanwhile, DeepSeek’s rapid rise continues to challenge assumptions about AI development costs and capabilities.

    With India’s AI ambitions gaining momentum, the government remains focused on fostering innovation while keeping investments efficient.

    With inputs from Reuters

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      A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.

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      A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.

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