China's Open-Source AI Models Challenge US Dominance in Global South

Chinese open-source AI models, like those from DeepSeek and Moonshot, are rapidly gaining traction globally, particularly in the Global South, due to their affordability and flexibility. This shift challenges US attempts to dictate AI allegiance, as Chinese models have seen their global usage skyrocket to over 54%. The rise of these models is influenced by US export controls on advanced chips, pushing Chinese developers towards open systems.