DeepMind's AI model and its low-cost development spark global debate and skepticism. / Picture ⓒ Reuters DeepMind's Low-Cost AI Development: A Controversial Breakthrough The Rise of DeepMind and its Revolutionary AI Model DeepMind, a Chinese startup, has rapidly become a significant player in the global AI landscape. The company’s recent unveiling of its AI model, DeepSeek V3, generated both excitement and skepticism across the tech world. What sets DeepMind apart is its claim that the cost to develop DeepSeek V3 was just a fraction of what other companies have spent on comparable models. This raises questions about how a leading-edge AI system could be developed for such a low budget. DeepMind’s V3 AI is being touted as a breakthrough in artificial intelligence. It is designed to perform advanced tasks using state-of-the-art algorithms and hardware. However, the low cost associated with its development has raised concerns about the underlying financials, and some industry ex...

States across the U.S. file lawsuits challenging Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship. / Picture ⓒ AP Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Executive Order Faces Legal Challenges In January 2025, President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship faced legal action as 22 U.S. states, along with civil rights organizations, filed lawsuits claiming that the order is unconstitutional. The order, which aimed to prevent children born to undocumented immigrants from automatically receiving U.S. citizenship, sparked a legal firestorm. The lawsuits not only challenge the president’s authority but also emphasize the potential consequences for thousands of children and immigrant families. Legal Grounds for the Lawsuits The main legal argument against Trump’s executive order rests on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment, which guarantees birthright citizenship. According to the plaintiffs, the Constitution guarantees that anyone born on U.S. soil is automatically a ...