DeepSeek trained latest AI model on Nvidia Blackwell chips despite US ban- Reuters

DeepSeek trained its latest artificial intelligence model using Nvidia Blackwell chips, despite a U.S. ban on the use of such technology. The company proceeded with the training after acquiring the Nvidia chips. The U.S. government had restricted the export of these chips to certain entities in an effort to control technological advancements. However, DeepSeek reportedly moved forward with model training using the hardware. Nvidia’s Blackwell chips are designed for high-performance AI tasks. DeepSeek’s use of the chips may raise questions about compliance with export controls. The situation highlights the complexities of enforcing technology restrictions in the global AI sector.