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The Rise of AI: Understanding the Changing Landscape
The recent release of DeepSeek R1 signifies a notable shift in the competitive landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), showcasing a convergence with OpenAI’s offerings. In an environment labeled as devoid of a “moat,” companies—including heavyweights like Microsoft, Google, and Meta—have rapidly approached or matched OpenAI’s capabilities. This implies that the barriers to entry in the AI sector have effectively diminished, allowing various entities to participate in an arena that was initially led by OpenAI.