DeepSeek has unveiled its latest AI model, DeepSeek-R1-Lite-Preview, marking a significant advancement in transparent AI reasoning. The model matches or exceeds OpenAI’s o1-preview-level performance on key benchmarks while offering real-time visibility into its thought processes. This innovation addresses critical shortcomings in current AI models, particularly in complex reasoning tasks and transparency. Despite its strengths, the model faces challenges with certain logic problems and censorship issues. DeepSeek plans to release open-source versions and APIs, potentially reshaping the AI landscape.