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Microsoft Weighs DeepSeek for Copilot Cowork as AI Costs Bite

Microsoft is evaluating the integration of DeepSeek's artificial intelligence models into its Copilot platform as a cost-saving alternative to its existing proprietary systems. This consideration highlights a growing industry trend of exploring more efficient, lower-cost models to manage the high operational expenses associated with running large-scale generative AI services.

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