China's DeepSeek releases major V4 AI model update, enhancing knowledge, reasoning, and agentic capabilities

DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has rolled out its anticipated V4 open-source AI models, including 'pro' and 'flash' versions. The update brings significant improvements in knowledge, reasoning, and 'agentic' capabilities, allowing the AI to perform complex tasks autonomously. The new models are also partly supported by Huawei computer chips, reducing reliance on US chipmakers.