DeepSeek, a new open-source AI model from a Chinese start-up, is significantly disrupting the AI industry. Its high performance at low cost challenges established players like ChatGPT and Claude, raising concerns about global AI competition and the economic implications of resource constraints. The open-source nature of DeepSeek democratises AI development, but also presents risks of control by powerful interests. The article explores these implications, considering the potential impact on companies like Apple and Nvidia and highlighting the need for responsible AI governance. Read the article on Medium.