DeepSeek R2 launch stalled as CEO balks at progress, The Information reports

Reuters
2025.06.26 14:32
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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has delayed the launch of its R2 model due to CEO Liang Wenfeng's dissatisfaction with its performance. Initially planned for May, the release is hindered by a shortage of Nvidia server chips in China, exacerbated by U.S. export regulations. DeepSeek is working with Chinese cloud companies to prepare for hosting the model, but the demand may overwhelm providers reliant on Nvidia's H20 chips, which are now restricted from export to China.