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OpenAI Unveils "Deep Research" Tool Amid Growing AI Rivalry with China's DeepSeek
OpenAI launches "Deep Research" in Tokyo, offering AI-powered reports in minutes. As China's DeepSeek rises, OpenAI partners with SoftBank to stay ahead.
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by News Desk
2025-02-03
OpenAI Unveils

OpenAI, a US-based AI leader, unveiled its "Deep Research" tool in Tokyo on Monday. This advanced ChatGPT feature generates detailed research reports by analyzing and synthesizing information from hundreds of sources within minutes.

The announcement was made by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman during a business forum alongside SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son. The two tech leaders introduced a new joint venture aimed at expanding AI services for businesses in Japan.

Deep Research: Redefining AI Capabilities

The newly launched tool allows ChatGPT "Pro" users to access the feature 100 times per month, offering a powerful AI-driven alternative to traditional research processes.

“This is a system that can do a single-digit percentage of all economically valuable tasks in the world,” Altman said at the event, highlighting its transformative potential.

Competition Heats Up: DeepSeek's Emergence

The AI landscape has seen intensified competition with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese chatbot model that has captured global attention with its impressive performance and low operational costs.

DeepSeek's pricing, reportedly 20 to 40 times cheaper than OpenAI's, has already lured European startups away from ChatGPT.

"If you have built your application using OpenAI, you can easily migrate to other models … it took us minutes to switch," said Hemanth Mandapati, CEO of Germany’s Novo AI.

DeepSeek's pricing strategy offers significant cost savings for enterprises, making AI technology more accessible. However, concerns remain about potential reverse engineering of OpenAI's models and data censorship aligned with China's regulatory environment.

OpenAI and SoftBank: AI Expansion in Japan

SoftBank and OpenAI launched a joint venture, investing $3 billion annually to deploy OpenAI solutions across SoftBank's group companies. This partnership aims to tailor AI solutions for Japanese enterprises while setting a model for global adoption.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is expected to meet Altman and Son to discuss strengthening Japan's AI infrastructure.

No Plans to Sue DeepSeek

Despite concerns over DeepSeek allegedly replicating OpenAI’s technology, Altman stated that OpenAI has "no plans" to sue the Chinese company.

“DeepSeek is certainly an impressive model, but we believe we will continue to push the frontier and deliver great products, so we’re happy to have another competitor,” Altman said.

Impact on Europe’s AI Landscape

DeepSeek’s entry into the market has enabled European startups to better compete with US tech firms. “It marks a significant step forward in democratizing AI and leveling the playing field with Big Tech,” said Seena Rejal, chief commercial officer of NetMind.AI.

As global AI competition intensifies, OpenAI and its partners aim to maintain their technological edge, while newcomers like DeepSeek challenge industry norms with competitive pricing and innovative strategies.
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