The obstacle positioned to America by China's DeepSeek artificial intelligence (AI) system is extensive, casting doubt on the US' general method to challenging China. DeepSeek uses innovative services starting from an original position of weak point.

America thought that by monopolizing the usage and development of sophisticated microchips, it would permanently maim China's technological advancement. In reality, it did not happen. The innovative and resourceful Chinese discovered engineering workarounds to bypass American barriers.

It set a precedent and something to think about. It could take place each time with any future American technology