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Elli Hanson

DeepSeek is Sputnik and Apollo in one moonshot

The Chinese-built artificial intelligence model is proof that the most innovative breakthroughs don’t come from boundless resources – they come from constraints.

Elli HansonVenture capitalist

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The Chinese artificial intelligence model that sent shockwaves through the world this week is proof that the most innovative breakthroughs don’t come from boundless resources – they come from constraints.

The real intrigue isn’t just DeepSeek’s technical brilliance. It’s the story behind it – a tale that begins with scarcity, limitations, and unintended consequences.

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Elli Hanson is principal investor at Side Stage Ventures.

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