What happens when a brilliant mind reshapes the future of AI? DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng, a billionaire hedge fund manager, recently returned to his hometown in Guangdong, where he was met with admiration and curiosity. But why is he receiving such a hero’s welcome? His company’s breakthrough—developing powerful AI models with fewer Nvidia chips—could have major implications, especially in China, where access to top-tier semiconductors is restricted. How will this discovery impact the tech industry and China’s AI ambitions? As Wenfeng maintains a low profile despite his growing influence, many are left wondering whether his success will attract the same scrutiny that other high-profile Chinese entrepreneurs have faced.
