China is celebrating DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough, seeing it as a major win against U.S. tech dominance. Social media buzzed with nationalist pride, hailing DeepSeek’s ability to rival OpenAI with a fraction of the resources. Many believe U.S. chip export restrictions pushed China to innovate more efficiently, potentially backfiring on Washington. However, concerns remain about government interference stifling DeepSeek’s growth, as Beijing tightly regulates AI content. While DeepSeek’s rise has shaken markets, its long-term success will depend on balancing innovation with state control.