Panic Over DeepSeek Exposes AI’s Weak Foundation on Hype
By Eric Siegel | 5 min read
The AI industry was shaken by DeepSeek, a supposed breakthrough in autonomous decision-making, only to reveal cracks in the foundation of AI innovation—hype-driven expectations. The article examines how unrealistic promises in AI often overshadow critical gaps in real-world functionality. The panic surrounding DeepSeek’s limitations underscores the importance of skepticism and robust evaluation when assessing new AI systems. As the AI landscape matures, industry leaders must move beyond overpromises and ensure that advances are reliable, interpretable, and responsible.
