Dense Wave of Western Model Releases Evokes DeepSeek R1-Era Vibes
serious_mehta · x · 2026-10-06
An AI practitioner notes that this week's rapid succession of Western model releases feels like a 'Model Spring', reminiscent of the atmosphere around DeepSeek R1's launch in early 2025.
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