Tencent, the tech giant behind the popular game BGMI, has introduced its new AI model, Hunyuan Turbo S, aiming to compete with DeepSeek’s R1. DeepSeek’s launch had already made headlines globally, especially after it caused a major shake-up in the tech stock market. Now, Tencent is entering the AI race with a model designed to provide instant responses, which sets it apart from other models like DeepSeek’s R1, that focus more on in-depth research.
In a report from Bloomberg, Tencent shared that the deployment costs for Hunyuan Turbo S have significantly decreased. This makes it more accessible compared to previous AI models, which had high setup costs. According to Tencent’s official WeChat update, Hunyuan Turbo S is already available for developers and business users via Tencent’s cloud platform. It is also being tested on a select group of users through its consumer chatbot, Yuanbao.
Hunyuan Turbo S is part of a rapidly growing field, with major players like OpenAI, Alibaba, and others rolling out new AI models at a fast pace. This comes after DeepSeek’s breakthrough AI, which impressed tech communities worldwide by providing a low-cost deployment option, shaking up the traditional economics of AI models.
Industry experts, such as Xin-Yao Ng, an investment director at abrdn plc, suggest that every company is looking to improve its AI architecture, with the constant introduction of newer models. Tencent, like its competitors, is expected to invest heavily in AI infrastructure and further expand its AI cloud services.
Despite the attention Hunyuan Turbo S is generating, it may not yield immediate profits for Tencent, as it’s still in the early stages of its rollout. The model’s primary goal is to compete with DeepSeek, which has been a significant player in transforming the AI landscape, especially in China.
As the AI race heats up, tech companies worldwide are increasingly focused on creating cost-effective, high-performance models that could change how businesses use AI technology.
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