DeepSeek’s AI boom: How a GenZ hiring bet overtook ChatGPT in the US

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has gained rapid traction under the unconventional leadership of CEO Liang Wenfeng, who distinguishes the company from traditional Silicon Valley models by prioritizing Gen Z talent, according to a Fortune report.

Founded in 2023, DeepSeek prioritise creativity over industry experience. Since its launch, the company has soared to the top of Apple’s App Store rankings, even surpassing OpenAI’s ChatGPT in the US.