How to try DeepSeek R1 – without the censorship or security risk

CFOTO/Contributor/Getty Images Chinese startup DeepSeek AI and its open-source language models took over the news cycle this week. Besides being comparable to models like Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s o1, the models have raised several concerns about data privacy, security, and Chinese-government-enforced censorship within their training.  AI search platform Perplexity and AI assistant You.com have found…

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I love the concept of a portable mechanical keyboard but there’s no way this laptop wannabe will beat the Psion 5mx

At $499, is nostalgia worth the price?Boots instantly, offers basic file management and supports SD cardsKing Jim finally brings the DM250 to US buyers In an era dominated by sleek business laptops and multifunctional tablets, the idea of a portable digital typewriter might seem like a step back in time. Some companies, however, are counting…

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Scientists Detect Rising Microplastics in Human Brains, Study Raises Concerns

A rise in microplastic contamination in human brain tissue has been reported, with findings indicating an increase over recent years. Concerns about potential health impacts have been raised, as microplastics and nanoplastics have been detected in significant amounts. Research suggests that individuals with dementia had even higher concentrations, though the causation remains unclear. While the…

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