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DeepSeek is currently experiencing several challenges, including technical issues that have rendered its online model unresponsive today. Users have reported that the HTTP Request node, previously connected to DeepSeek R1, is hanging and taking around 10 minutes to send requests.

These technical difficulties align with significant market reactions to DeepSeek's recent AI developments, leading to a substantial selloff in shares of major tech companies. Notably, Nvidia saw a decline of nearly 12%, as investors expressed concerns about the sustainability of U.S. dominance in the AI sector. Other affected companies include Microsoft, Meta, and Tesla.

Additionally, DeepSeek has faced criticism for its selective handling of sensitive topics. While the AI chatbot engages in political discussions about various countries, it avoids addressing sensitive issues related to China, such as the Tiananmen Square incident and topics concerning Xi Jinping. This has raised concerns about bias and censorship within the model.

In summary, DeepSeek is grappling with technical issues affecting user access, significant market impacts due to its AI developments, and scrutiny regarding its content management practices.

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