Why DeepSeek AI Is Cheaper, Faster & Better Than the Competition

Why DeepSeek AI Is Cheaper, Faster & Better Than the Competition

Author: Paul Ellis March 30, 2025 Duration: 21:23
DeepSeek AI is unquestionably the media darling of the global information technology sector this year. News from the company in January about why DeepSeek is cheaper, faster and better at reasoning than other platforms roiled the NASDAQ technology stock market index and raised multiple questions, including: Will leading companies in the sector continue to increase their already frenzied build out of energy center capacity? Dr. Elham Kheradmand, today’s guest on the Sustainable Finance Podcast is the CEO and Co-founder of Lucid Axon and a Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Montreal. She has over a decade of experience in AI and financial technology research, and was a North American AI Leader of the year in 2022. Dr. Kheradmand also has some insights for our followers into just how good DeepSeek is.

Hosted by Paul Ellis, The Sustainable Finance Podcast is a resource for investors and financial advisors looking to move beyond the buzzwords and understand the practical realities of integrating environmental, social, and governance principles into portfolios. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a series of direct conversations with the people shaping the industry-from asset managers and analysts to corporate leaders and policy experts. Each episode digs into how sustainability metrics are being applied, what constitutes genuine impact versus marketing, and where the real financial opportunities and risks lie. You'll hear detailed discussions on evolving regulations, new investment vehicles, and the tangible data driving decisions. By focusing on these candid interviews with pioneers, the podcast provides a clear-eyed view of a rapidly changing landscape, offering actionable insights for anyone navigating the intersection of capital and responsibility. Tune in for a grounded perspective that equips you to participate in this critical shift within modern finance.
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