🔎Analysis of Korean, English, and Chinese Citizens' Reactions to Deepseek💬

🔎Analysis of Korean, English, and Chinese Citizens' Reactions to Deepseek💬

• ㆍKeywords: "Deepseek"
• ㆍCollection Duration: 2024.12.01 ~ 2025.02.04
• ㆍCollection Channel:  google(facebook,news,web), youtube, yahoo, quora, reddit, twitter

Recently, the Chinese AI startup Deepseek has drawn global attention by unveiling a low-cost, high-performance AI model. Many analysts believe that this technological innovation could significantly impact various industries by facilitating the adoption of AI technology in the market. Today, we will examine the reactions and social perceptions of Deepseek based on data analysis across Korean, English, and Chinese sources.

A comparative analysis of keywords extracted from Korean, English, and Chinese discussions about Deepseek revealed several common keywords across all three languages: “AI,” “model,” “China,” “market,” “technology,” and “semiconductor.” These keywords suggest that Deepseek, a young and fast-emerging Chinese startup, has captured global attention regarding its potential to dominate the AI market.

However, there were notable differences in emphasis among the three languages. In both the U.S. and South Korea, frequently mentioned words included "impact," "investment," "investor," "stock market," "stock," and "share price," indicating a strong focus on the financial and economic effects of Deepseek’s technological advancements. In contrast, in China, words such as 全球 (global), 上线 (launch), 能力 (capability), and 国产 (domestic) were more prevalent, suggesting a sense of national pride and confidence in China's ability to lead the global AI market.

Next, we will analyze the differences in perception across these countries based on more detailed thematic classifications.

1. Differences in Perspectives on Deepseek Across Korean, English, and Chinese Audiences👀

First, how is Deepseek perceived in South Korea? Analyzing the word frequency in the English word cloud, the most frequently appearing keywords were "AI model," "China," "Deepseek R1," "OpenAI," "Deepseek V3," and "App Store." This indicates that following the success of large language models (LLMs) such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, China's Deepseek has officially entered the AI model market with its own models, Deepseek R1 and Deepseek V3.

Additionally, the keywords "USA" and "Silicon Valley" suggest that Deepseek has made a strong impression in Silicon Valley by launching an AI model at just 1/18th of ChatGPT’s development cost. However, concerns were also evident in the discussions. The frequent mentions of "security," "government," and "concern" indicate growing worries about potential personal data leaks due to the use of Deepseek. Notably, discussions related to these concerns were found only in South Korea and the United States, but not in China—aligning with ongoing U.S. government efforts to regulate Chinese AI applications.

In South Korea, frequently mentioned keywords included "AI," "China," "model," "USA," "shock," "ChatGPT," and "startup." Similar to English-language discussions, the dominance of AI-related terms highlights the strong perception of Deepseek as an innovation in the AI market. However, concerns about personal data security were also observed.

In China, the most prominent keywords were "深度求索 (Deepseek)," "AI," "模型 (model)," "科技 (technology)," "中国 (China)," and "美国 (USA)." The mentions of "中国 (China)," "开源 (open source)," "OpenAI," and "科技 (technology)" indicate a sense of national pride and high expectations for Deepseek’s independent AI technology. This suggests that Deepseek’s development is seen as China’s active entry into the AI market with domestically developed AI technology, reinforcing confidence in the country’s technological capabilities.

2. The Relationship Between Deepseek and Big Tech Companies❓

An analysis of Deepseek in English-language data yielded intriguing results. Keywords frequently mentioned alongside Deepseek included "Nvidia," "Google," "Meta," and "Apple", indicating that Deepseek, which has made a significant impact on the AI market, may either compete or collaborate with these major tech giants. Furthermore, Deepseek’s rise to the No.1 spot (with 10 million downloads) on the U.S. App Store’s free app rankings, surpassing ChatGPT, has led to increasing speculation about whether it could establish itself as a true rival to ChatGPT.

Similarly, in Korean-language data, keywords such as "big tech" and "Nvidia" were also identified. However, rather than focusing on Deepseek’s connections with tech companies, discussions in South Korea centered on concerns about stock market volatility following Deepseek’s emergence. Keywords such as "stock crash," "share price," "investment," and "securities market" highlight indirect worries about financial instability and a shrinking stock market.

In contrast, Chinese-language data did not prominently feature global big tech companies. Instead, mentions of "华为 (Huawei)" and "AI六小虎公司" stood out. The term "AI六小虎公司" translates to "Six Little Tigers of AI", referring to six emerging AI companies that have the potential to grow into dominant players in the market. These mentions reflect China’s confidence in its domestic AI technology development and strong expectations for Deepseek’s future success.

3.Clusters Formed Through CONCOR Analysis and Key Issues🌌

We will now examine the groups with clearly defined issues among the clusters identified through the CONCOR analysis.

✔ G2: Intensified Technological Competition Between Deepseek and Global Platforms

The key keywords in G2 include "Platform," "OpenAI," "business," "Chatbot," "tech," and "Trump." As an AI model developed in China, Deepseek is actively competing with global AI platforms in the AI market. The presence of keywords such as "Trump," "security," and "race" suggests that Deepseek's rise is closely linked to U.S. national security and international regulatory concerns. If these challenges are not addressed, they could pose significant obstacles to Deepseek’s expansion into overseas AI markets and its future growth. As Deepseek continues to compete with American platforms, the question remains whether it can secure a competitive advantage in the AI race.

✔ G3: Investors' Mixed Reactions to Deepseek’s Growth

The primary keywords in G3 include "concern," "Panic," "article," "success," "CEO," "future," and "privacy." Interestingly, the presence of words like "Panic," "concern," and "investor" suggests that while investors have high expectations for AI advancements driven by Deepseek, they also have significant concerns about market volatility and financial risks. Although Deepseek has garnered massive attention in the AI industry, issues related to global investment regulations and market fluctuations continue to cause uncertainty among investors.

✔ G6: The Future Growth Direction of Deepseek

The key keywords in G6 include "research," "training," "lab," "LLM," "language," and "opensource." The frequent mentions of DeepseekV3 and DeepseekR1 indicate that Deepseek is continuously engaged in AI model research and development. Additionally, the presence of "Gpt-4o" and "Google" suggests that Deepseek is playing a significant role in global AI research competition. This implies that Deepseek is expected to continue developing groundbreaking AI technologies and contributing to LLM research, particularly through open-source initiatives.

✔ G7: Deepseek’s Expansion into the Global Market

The key keywords in G7 include "India," "App Store," "USA," "Nvidia," and "Government." This suggests that Deepseek is not solely focused on China but is also considering expansion into overseas markets, including the USA, India, and other Southeast Asian countries. However, keywords like "Government" and "Tech stock" indicate that regulatory issues in the U.S. and Europe, including data protection laws, investment restrictions, and AI technology export controls, could hinder Deepseek’s global expansion. Despite these challenges, Deepseek’s efforts to expand beyond China into the global AI market remain highly anticipated.