Microsoft Expands Azure AI Foundry with DeepSeek R1
Microsoft has recently added DeepSeek R1 to the model catalog on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub. This addition brings their collection to over 1,800 models, including frontier, open-source, industry-specific, and task-oriented AI models. Available on the robust and scalable Azure AI Foundry platform, DeepSeek R1 enables businesses to integrate advanced AI while adhering to SLAs, security, and responsible AI standards, backed by Microsoft’s innovation and reliability.
AI reasoning is becoming more accessible, transforming how developers and organizations leverage innovative intelligence. DeepSeek R1 offers a powerful and cost-effective model, allowing users to access state-of-the-art AI capabilities with minimal infrastructure investment. One of the main advantages of using DeepSeek R1 on Azure AI Foundry is the rapid pace at which developers can experiment and integrate AI into their workflows. Built-in model evaluation tools enable developers to efficiently compare outputs, benchmark performance, and scale AI-powered applications. This rapid accessibility aligns with Azure AI Foundry’s mission to bring together the best AI models, accelerating innovation and opening new opportunities for enterprises worldwide.
Microsoft is dedicated to helping customers swiftly develop production-ready AI applications while maintaining high safety and security standards. DeepSeek R1 has undergone rigorous evaluation through extensive red teaming and safety assessments, including automated behavioral evaluations and thorough security reviews to mitigate risks. Azure AI Content Safety features default content filtering, with options to opt-out for added flexibility. Additionally, the Safety Evaluation System allows customers to thoroughly assess their applications before deployment. These measures ensure that Azure AI Foundry provides a secure, compliant, and responsible environment for enterprises to confidently deploy AI solutions.
DeepSeek R1 is now accessible via a serverless endpoint in the Azure AI Foundry model catalog. Additional resources and step-by-step integration guides for DeepSeek R1 are available on GitHub. Microsoft has also announced that customers will soon be able to use distilled versions of the DeepSeek R1 model locally on their Copilot+ PCs.
As Microsoft expands the model catalog in Azure AI Foundry, it will be exciting to see how developers and enterprises leverage DeepSeek R1 to tackle real-world challenges and create transformative experiences. Microsoft remains committed to offering the most comprehensive portfolio of AI models, ensuring businesses of all sizes have access to innovative tools that drive success and foster innovation.
Read the Official Microsoft Blog Post here.
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