On Monday, Chinese AI leader DeepSeek announced it was temporarily limiting new user registrations due to large-scale cyberattacks affecting its services.

 

On Monday, Chinese AI leader DeepSeek announced it was temporarily limiting new user registrations due to large-scale cyberattacks affecting its services. 

 

This comes as the app overtook OpenAI's ChatGPT to become the most downloaded app on Apple's US App Store.

 

Developed by a Hangzhou-based start-up, DeepSeek has emerged as a significant challenger in the AI space, demonstrating capabilities on par with global leaders like Nvidia but at a much lower cost. Its rapid success has also caused shares in AI-linked tech giants to fall sharply, reflecting its impact on the market.

 

DeepSeek offers a variety of features, including writing song lyrics, creating personal development plans, and generating recipes based on available ingredients. 

 

However, like other Chinese chatbots, it operates under strict censorship, particularly on political topics.

 

This development highlights the growing competition in the global AI race, as Chinese companies like DeepSeek challenge US dominance despite technological export restrictions.