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Re:DeepSeek just open-sourced its inference engine by throwaway473825 on Tuesday October 20, 2026 @10:18AM (#50166849)
It's not particularly surprising. China wants people to use electricity. Germany wants people to use gas/oil. The rate of electrification in respective country reflects that preference.
Re:DeepSeek just open-sourced its inference engine by ahartmetz on Tuesday October 20, 2026 @12:34PM (#50168965)
I don't think that the steering effect (away from electricity) on private people is intended. It's intended to keep industry in the country. Makes sense, but still, it feels unfair as a private person.