Launch of DeepSeek R1 AI Model on Azure
DeepSeek R1, a cutting-edge AI model, is now available through Azure AI Foundry and GitHub, joining a vast array of over 1,800 models including frontier, open-source, and industry-specific AI. This deployment on Azure's trusted, scalable, enterprise-ready platform allows businesses to integrate advanced AI seamlessly, providing a cost-efficient solution for accessing state-of-the-art capabilities with minimal infrastructure investment. Facilitating rapid experimentation and integration, DeepSeek R1 accelerates AI reasoning, enabling developers to quickly iterate and scale AI applications with built-in evaluation tools. Microsoft ensures the deployment with rigorous safety and security evaluations, including content filtering and automated assessments, thereby maintaining a compliant and responsible AI environment. Users can easily access DeepSeek R1 through a serverless deployment, marked by a user-friendly interface that promises swift experimentation in Azure's Playground, whilst additional resources on GitHub further simplify integration into existing applications. As Azure continually expands its model catalog, DeepSeek R1 is positioned as a transformative tool for developers and enterprises aiming to leverage AI for innovative solutions across various real-world challenges.