DeepSeek is rapidly gaining popularity, and its AI model is reported to rival or exceed the capabilities of established platforms such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT.

Gobind said the government is giving serious consideration to DeepSeek and its model before it can be adapted for local use to keep pace with the rapid development of the AI landscape.

“In the past, we have seen the emergence of ChatGPT and a lot of other developments in the world of AI, and this is something that is ongoing. We’re going to see even more products unfold as we move along.

“I think it is something that we have to study and ultimately have to look to see how we also can adapt to the technology moving forward,” he said after attending a briefing session on a digital management system at the Arulmigu Sri Maha Mariamman Thirukkovil Temple here today.

On Jan 29, the Anadolu Agency reported that China’s DeepSeek AI chatbot was rapidly gaining global traction, rivalling ChatGPT despite operating with significantly fewer resources.

It has even surpassed ChatGPT in several regions, including the US, highlighting its cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

The performance of DeepSeek against industry leaders such as Google and OpenAI has unsettled big technology stocks, particularly in the semiconductor sector.