Google CEO says DeepSeek's 'very good' work is a plus for AI demand

U.S. search giant joins chorus praising low-cost model despite questions over spending

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised Chinese AI developer DeepSeek in an earnings call on Feb. 4, saying its lower cost model would help build demand for artificial intelligence overall. © AP

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PALO ALTO, California -- Google CEO Sundar Pichai joined Apple, Microsoft and Meta chiefs in praising Chinese AI developer DeepSeek and said lowering the cost of artificial intelligence will be a positive for the tech giant and overall AI demand.

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