China's DeepSeek Moment is a video series presented by the Center for China Analysis (CCA) that examines key inflection points in China’s technological rise and their implications for global competition. The series is hosted by CCA Fellow Lizzi C. Lee. 

DeepSeek’s recent AI breakthrough is a case in point. Its R1 model, built with limited resources and under U.S. export controls, is rivaling industry leaders. The global market reacted sharply — Nvidia’s stock plunged nearly 18%, triggering a $1 trillion tech selloff. This moment underscores a critical question: Are U.S. restrictions slowing China down or accelerating its innovation?

Through this series, we analyze the forces shaping China’s tech trajectory, from AI and semiconductors to biomedicines. What strategies should the United States adopt to maintain its edge? How resilient is China’s innovation system, and what are the broader geopolitical stakes?

This isn’t another "Sputnik Moment" — it is something new. China's DeepSeek Moment unpacks its far-reaching consequences.