DeepSeek's "open-resource" strategy transforms the global ecosystem
DeepSeek's innovative 'open-resource' strategy is transforming the global ecosystem. This approach fosters collaboration and accessibility, driving advancements across various sectors. By promoting shared information and resources, DeepSeek is paving the way for a new era of sustainability and efficiency.
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China's "AI Plus initiative" has been emphasized in the government work report during this year's Two Sessions for the second year running. As the nation drives forward with the integration of artificial intelligence across various industries, a significant transformation is occurring that could potentially revolutionize the global open-source ecosystem. Companies like DeepSeek, which has made its large language model accessible to international developers, are reshaping the landscape of AI leadership in China by democratizing access to powerful tools.
Wang Jian, a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee and a distinguished member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, describes this evolution as a transition from "open source code" to "open-resource innovation."
"DeepSeek has changed the landscape of large language model," Wang told CN, adding that the gesture is "a very significant contribution to the world and to the tech community."
He further stated, "With DeepSeek, a lot of other technology from China will be open to the rest of the world," underscoring his role as the president of the Hangzhou-based Zhijiang Lab and the founder of Alibaba Cloud in east China's Zhejiang Province.
"Millions of people around the world could do a lot of innovation things. Probably the people at the DeepSeek could never imagine."
Empowerment for global developers and SMEs
In addition to DeepSeek, other Chinese enterprises are also adopting open-source innovation. For example, Alibaba's Qwen has been available to everyone for several years, offering small businesses and developers reliable, long-term foundation models.
"This is particularly helpful for small business or developers because they have very limited resource to build their own foundation model," Wang explained.
Among the open-source operating systems is HarmonyOS, also known as Hongmeng in Chinese. Launched in August 2019, it is intended for a range of devices and scenarios, including smart screens, tablets, wearables, and vehicles.
Data from China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology indicates that over 70 organizations have joined the HarmonyOS ecosystem, with more than 8,100 individuals contributing to its code.
"At the end of the day, having more people to think about the application is critical," highlighted Wang.
During the Two Sessions, various representatives and committee members stressed the importance of continuing efforts in industrial empowerment, terminal applications, and scenario cultivation to enhance AI integration across diverse sectors.
Lei Jun, founder and CEO of the major Chinese tech company Xiaomi, expressed his dedication to incorporating AI into end products "to enable consumers to experience the wonderful life brought by technology." Lei made this statement while addressing the media in the Deputies' Corridor before the third session of the 14th National People's Congress, China’s highest legislative body.
According to Liu Lianxin, a CPPCC member from the First Affiliated Hospital of the University of Science and Technology of China, the hospital has recently achieved the localized deployment of DeepSeek's AI model. This initiative is expected to provide rapid and precise diagnostic suggestions for primary care physicians, significantly enhancing healthcare efficiency and accessibility, particularly in rural and underserved regions.
Haier Group, a leading player in the home appliance sector, has put forward a survival strategy for traditional manufacturers. Zhou Yunjie, an NPC deputy and the Chairman of Haier Group's Board of Directors, argues that AI presents new opportunities for "Made in China" to evolve into "Intelligently Made in China."
Currently, China holds the second spot globally in the number of open-source contributors, as reported at the recent Global Developers Conference in Shanghai.
Additionally, the number of high-quality open-source large models, projects, and communities continues to rise, fueling the dynamic growth of the artificial intelligence industry.
According to MIIT data, the count of software developers in China has surpassed 9.4 million as of 2024. A report from the Cloud Computing Standards and Open Source Promotion Committee under the China Communications Standards Association reveals that Chinese projects now constitute 17 percent of global open-source software, placing China second in the world rankings.
Thomas Evans contributed to this report for TROIB News
Wang Jian, a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee and a distinguished member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, describes this evolution as a transition from "open source code" to "open-resource innovation."
"DeepSeek has changed the landscape of large language model," Wang told CN, adding that the gesture is "a very significant contribution to the world and to the tech community."
He further stated, "With DeepSeek, a lot of other technology from China will be open to the rest of the world," underscoring his role as the president of the Hangzhou-based Zhijiang Lab and the founder of Alibaba Cloud in east China's Zhejiang Province.
"Millions of people around the world could do a lot of innovation things. Probably the people at the DeepSeek could never imagine."
Empowerment for global developers and SMEs
In addition to DeepSeek, other Chinese enterprises are also adopting open-source innovation. For example, Alibaba's Qwen has been available to everyone for several years, offering small businesses and developers reliable, long-term foundation models.
"This is particularly helpful for small business or developers because they have very limited resource to build their own foundation model," Wang explained.
Among the open-source operating systems is HarmonyOS, also known as Hongmeng in Chinese. Launched in August 2019, it is intended for a range of devices and scenarios, including smart screens, tablets, wearables, and vehicles.
Data from China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology indicates that over 70 organizations have joined the HarmonyOS ecosystem, with more than 8,100 individuals contributing to its code.
"At the end of the day, having more people to think about the application is critical," highlighted Wang.
During the Two Sessions, various representatives and committee members stressed the importance of continuing efforts in industrial empowerment, terminal applications, and scenario cultivation to enhance AI integration across diverse sectors.
Lei Jun, founder and CEO of the major Chinese tech company Xiaomi, expressed his dedication to incorporating AI into end products "to enable consumers to experience the wonderful life brought by technology." Lei made this statement while addressing the media in the Deputies' Corridor before the third session of the 14th National People's Congress, China’s highest legislative body.
According to Liu Lianxin, a CPPCC member from the First Affiliated Hospital of the University of Science and Technology of China, the hospital has recently achieved the localized deployment of DeepSeek's AI model. This initiative is expected to provide rapid and precise diagnostic suggestions for primary care physicians, significantly enhancing healthcare efficiency and accessibility, particularly in rural and underserved regions.
Haier Group, a leading player in the home appliance sector, has put forward a survival strategy for traditional manufacturers. Zhou Yunjie, an NPC deputy and the Chairman of Haier Group's Board of Directors, argues that AI presents new opportunities for "Made in China" to evolve into "Intelligently Made in China."
Currently, China holds the second spot globally in the number of open-source contributors, as reported at the recent Global Developers Conference in Shanghai.
Additionally, the number of high-quality open-source large models, projects, and communities continues to rise, fueling the dynamic growth of the artificial intelligence industry.
According to MIIT data, the count of software developers in China has surpassed 9.4 million as of 2024. A report from the Cloud Computing Standards and Open Source Promotion Committee under the China Communications Standards Association reveals that Chinese projects now constitute 17 percent of global open-source software, placing China second in the world rankings.
Thomas Evans contributed to this report for TROIB News
