# Chinese AI company DeepSeek used Nvidia’s newest and most powerful chip, Blackwell, to train its upcoming AI model.

*genai · news · 2026-02-24 · The News International*

## Key points

- DeepSeek reportedly trained its new AI model using Nvidia's restricted Blackwell chip.
- DeepSeek will attempt to scrub technical data showing American chip usage from its AI model.
- The Biden administration has restricted China’s access to Nvidia Blackwell chips since their release.
- Conflicting US policy: Trump initially allowed, then reversed, Blackwell chip exports to China.

**Companies:** Nvidia, DeepSeek
**Countries:** United States, China

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