DeepSeek Develops Own Chips, Zhipu Explores Custom Silicon
atShruti · x · 2026-07-08
The author notes that DeepSeek is reportedly developing its own chips, Zhipu is exploring custom silicon, and Beijing might restrict overseas access to China's top models. They argue that Chinese AI has transitioned from playing catch-up to potentially overtaking the competition, making AI rivalry a national security issue.
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