In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), a new force is making waves from the East. DeepSeek, an AI lab based in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, has captured global attention with its groundbreaking AI model. At the heart of this innovation is Liang Wenfeng, a visionary entrepreneur whose journey is as compelling as his creations.
DeepSeek recently unveiled its R1 model, a state-of-the-art AI trained without relying on supervised fine-tuning (SFT) as a preliminary step. This achievement has demonstrated China's rapid advancements in AI and ignited discussions about the global landscape of AI development.
Within days of its release, DeepSeek's app soared to the top of the iPhone free app charts in both China and the United States, surpassing established platforms like OpenAI's ChatGPT. This rapid ascent reflects the model's efficiency and the growing interest in AI technologies that push the boundaries of innovation.
About Liang Wenfeng
Liang Wenfeng graduated from Zhejiang University with a degree in Artificial Intelligence. He co-founded the quantitative hedge fund High-Flyer in 2016, gaining recognition for innovative AI-driven trading strategies. By 2021, High-Flyer had fully integrated AI into its operations, using machine learning models to predict market trends.
In May 2023, Liang founded DeepSeek with a vision to advance the field of general artificial intelligence (AGI). Unlike traditional for-profit ventures, DeepSeek focuses on long-term, fundamental research, driven by curiosity and the desire to explore complex fields like finance and the potential of AGI.
DeepSeek's \"Long-Termism\"
Liang's approach is rooted in what he describes as \"long-termism,\" a commitment to foundational research despite low immediate returns. He believes that understanding the essence of human intelligence is crucial for meaningful advancements in AI, a philosophy that guides DeepSeek's mission.
Recently, Liang was invited to a symposium in Beijing, where Chinese Premier Li Qiang sought opinions from experts across various sectors on a draft government work report. Liang's participation underscores his growing influence in China's tech landscape.
As DeepSeek continues to innovate, Liang Wenfeng remains a figure of intrigue and inspiration. His dedication to foundational research and his vision for the future of AI position him as a leading voice in the field, driving China's advancements on the global stage.
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Behind China's rising AI startup DeepSeek: Who is Liang Wenfeng?
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