Chinese startup DeepSeek has announced that it will make the code for its AI models publicly available, reaffirming its commitment to open-source software. In a post on the X platform, the company revealed plans to open-source five code repositories next week, describing this initiative as a “small but sincere step forward.”
DeepSeek emphasized that its models have been tested and documented, enabling developers and researchers to download and enhance the technology. Here are the details…
DeepSeek Goes Open Source
The R1 reasoning model, launched last month, has demonstrated competitive performance compared to Western systems despite being developed at a lower cost. DeepSeek’s founder, Liang Wenfeng, stated that the company does not prioritize commercialization but instead aims to gain recognition through open-source contributions.

DeepSeek’s strategy stands out in an environment where most AI companies in China favor closed-source models, reflecting a new approach in the industry.
DeepSeek’s popularity has surged rapidly, reaching 22.2 million daily active users and becoming the most widely used chatbot service in China. The company’s influence on the AI sector is also reflected in the rise of Chinese stock markets.
The MSCI China Index has risen more than 21% since January. Economists believe that AI adoption could increase China’s GDP by up to 30 basis points by 2030, with positive effects expected to become visible as early as next year.
Declaring that it has received no external funding, DeepSeek positions itself as a leading example of technological innovation in China, attracting the attention of global investors.