E01: Rethinking DeepSeek - the AI Disruptor We Were Not Ready For

China’s answer to OpenAI,Deepseek, has arrived—and it’s not just another chatbot. This episode ofRethinking Tech goes far beyond the usual headlines, unpacking what this really means forglobal power structures, AI competition, and the digital future we’re all walking into.

We’re not here to rehash the surface-level debates. Instead, we dive deep into:

• The geopolitical stakes: What does Deepseek’s rise signal about China’s ambitions in AI, and why does this shake up the West’s dominance?
• The business play: With its access to data and regulatory advantages, can Deepseek outmaneuver its American rivals?
• The ethics dilemma: Are we looking at a parallel AI ecosystem or a fragmented digital future where national AI models reinforce ideological divisions?

Most discussions about AI stay locked inwho’s smarter, faster, or more powerful—but we’re askingwho’s really in control? And more importantly,who stands to win and lose as AI becomes the next frontier of global influence?

If you think you’ve already heard everything about Deepseek, think again.This episode will make you question what’s next in AI—before it’s too late to shape it.

🎧Listen now.