Why are open-weight AI models like DeepSeek V4 so much cheaper than proprietary models from Anthropic and OpenAI?
Open weight models like DeepSeek V4 slash costs in several concrete ways that proprietary services like ChatGPT or Claude just can’t match. It’s not magic — it’s a mix of licensing, architecture, market competition, and provider business models. Here’s the breakdown. 1. No licensing fees and you can run it...
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