China's DeepSeek developing its own AI chip, sources say
Chinese artificial-intelligence firm DeepSeek is developing its own AI chip, sources said. The effort, which began about a year ago, remains at an early stage.
Chinese artificial-intelligence firm DeepSeek is reported to be developing its own AI chip. According to sources, the effort, launched about a year ago, represents the company's first steps into chip design and remains at an early stage.
The initiative fits a broader trend of Chinese technology firms developing their own processors to reduce reliance on imported chips. DeepSeek rose to prominence quickly on the strength of its language models.
The company has not issued an official statement on the chip project. Analysts said whether the design can move through manufacturing and performance milestones will be decisive for the project's success.
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