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Did OpenAI’s o3-Mini Copy DeepSeek: A Reasoning Model Mystery Unveiled

a giant mechanical whale with "DeepSeek" printed on its body, looking at its evil replica with "OpenAI" printed on it.

Ladies and gentlemen, AI enthusiasts, and conspiracy theorists alike, gather around! Today, we dive into a tale of intrigue, innovation, and accusations in the ever-dramatic world of artificial intelligence. OpenAI, the Silicon Valley darling famous for ChatGPT, has released its latest reasoning model, the o3-mini. But wait—what’s that in the air? Is it the sweet smell of technological progress, or is it the stench of a scandal? Rumors are swirling that OpenAI’s o3-mini might have borrowed a few too many ideas (and maybe some code) from DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup that has been shaking up the industry.

So, buckle up! We’re about to dissect this juicy drama, complete with facts, figures, and a sprinkle of humor to keep things light.

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