DeepSeek R1: Revolutionizing AI Integration on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub

DeepSeek R1, a cutting-edge AI model, is now accessible through the model catalog on Microsoft Azure AI Foundry and GitHub. This integration empowers businesses to seamlessly incorporate advanced artificial intelligence into their operations.

What is DeepSeek R1?

DeepSeek R1 is designed as a powerful and cost-efficient AI model that enables a broader range of users to leverage state-of-the-art AI capabilities. By minimizing infrastructure investment, DeepSeek R1 democratizes access to advanced AI, making it feasible for more organizations to harness its potential.

Key Benefits of DeepSeek R1 on Azure AI Foundry

Integrating DeepSeek R1 with Azure AI Foundry offers several distinct advantages:

• Seamless Integration: Easily incorporate DeepSeek R1 into your business processes through a trusted and scalable platform.
• Diverse Portfolio: Access a wide array of over 1,800 models, including frontier, open-source, industry-specific, and task-based AI models.
• Rapid Experimentation: Developers can quickly experiment, iterate, and integrate AI into their workflows.
• Built-in Evaluation Tools: Evaluate model performance and benchmark results to scale AI-powered applications effectively.
• Trusted Environment: Benefit from Microsoft’s reliability and innovation, ensuring adherence to SLAs, security protocols, and responsible AI commitments.

Accelerating AI Reasoning

The accessibility of AI reasoning is transforming how developers and enterprises utilize advanced intelligence. DeepSeek R1 provides a cost-effective solution that allows more users to benefit from state-of-the-art AI capabilities without substantial infrastructure investments. This accessibility fosters innovation and opens new possibilities for enterprises globally.

Trustworthy AI Development

Microsoft is dedicated to enabling customers to build production-ready AI applications while upholding rigorous safety and security standards. DeepSeek R1 undergoes thorough red teaming and safety evaluations, including automated assessments of model behavior and security reviews to mitigate potential risks.

Azure AI Foundry incorporates several safeguards:

• Azure AI Content Safety: Built-in content filtering is available by default, with opt-out options for added flexibility.
• Automated Evaluations: Continuously assess application outputs for quality and safety before and after deployment.
• Secure Environment: Deploy AI solutions confidently in a compliant and responsible environment.

Getting Started with DeepSeek R1

To start using DeepSeek R1, follow these steps:

1. Azure Account: If you don't have one, sign up for an Azure account.
2. Model Catalog: Search for DeepSeek R1 in the model catalog on Azure AI Foundry.
3. Deploy: Click "deploy" to obtain the inference API and key, and access the playground.
4. Experiment: Try out prompts in the playground and integrate the API and key with various clients.

DeepSeek R1 on Copilot+ PCs

Customers can use distilled versions of the DeepSeek R1 model to run locally on their Copilot+ PCs. This allows for enhanced local processing and efficient AI utilization.

Conclusion

The availability of DeepSeek R1 on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub marks a significant advancement in AI accessibility and integration. By offering a trusted, scalable, and secure platform, Microsoft empowers developers and enterprises to leverage cutting-edge AI models, tackle real-world challenges, and drive transformative experiences. As the model catalog in Azure AI Foundry continues to expand, the possibilities for innovation and success are limitless.