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AI talent shifts from language models to physical AI with DeepSeek scientist joining DeepRoute

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Ruan Chong, formerly the chief scientist at AI company DeepSeek, has moved to the autonomous driving firm DeepRoute, also as chief scientist. This move signifies a trend of AI talent transitioning from language models to applications in the physical world. DeepRoute recently showcased a new foundation model capable of driving, analysis, and critique at the Beijing Auto Show. AI

IMPACT Suggests a growing trend of AI talent moving from pure language models to physical world applications like autonomous driving.

RANK_REASON A notable AI researcher has moved to a company focused on physical AI applications, indicating a shift in talent focus.

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AI talent shifts from language models to physical AI with DeepSeek scientist joining DeepRoute

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    From DeepSeek to DeepRoute: former DeepSeek chief scientist Ruan Chong has joined autonomous driving firm DeepRoute as chief scientist, signalling a shift in AI

    From DeepSeek to DeepRoute: former DeepSeek chief scientist Ruan Chong has joined autonomous driving firm DeepRoute as chief scientist, signalling a shift in AI talent from language models to physical AI. DeepRoute unveiled a unified foundation model at the Beijing Auto Show that…

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