DeepSeek Withholds New AI Model v4 from US Chipmakers Including Nvidia

In a strategic move, DeepSeek has restricted access to its latest AI model v4 from leading US chipmakers such as Nvidia and AMD.

Chinese AI research firm DeepSeek has announced that its next-generation model, v4, will not be made accessible to major US chip producers, including Nvidia and AMD, ahead of its planned public launch year.

This move is interpreted by analysts as part of a broader geopolitical strategy amid ongoing tech competition between the US and China. By focusing collaborations on domestic and select global partners, DeepSeek aims to strengthen its regional influence.

Market watchers expect this step to intensify competition in AI model development and chip integration frameworks across regions.