
DeepSeek vs OpenAI: What Muslims Can Learn from This AI Battle
03 February 2025 4 min read
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Ibrahim Khan
Co-founder
The world’s richest man, with a fortune of over $400bn, has spent the last week on X (formerly Twitter) fanning the flames of Islamophobia.
When someone in his position spreads harmful narratives, it’s not just offensive—it’s dangerous. His words hold the potential to normalise ideologies that threaten the safety and dignity of Muslims worldwide. It’s easy to feel helpless in the face of such immense power. But here’s the thing: worrying doesn’t change anything. Action does.
To counter figures like Musk, we must first understand what propelled him to this position of influence—and learn from it.
Musk’s empire is a result of specific traits that have consistently set him apart. These include:
Now let’s ask ourselves: how often do we, as a community, embrace these principles? Are we equipping ourselves with the skills and mindset needed to lead in today’s world?
When faced with figures like Musk, the knee-jerk reaction is to boycott. But let’s be real: Musk’s influence is systemic. His companies, from Tesla to Starlink internet to X itself, have integrated into the fabric of modern life.
Tesla is more than just an electric car company; its energy infrastructure, particularly its vast and growing network of EV charging stations, is becoming critical as the world moves toward electric vehicles. On top of that, X remains a central platform for news, discourse, and community-building, underscoring how deeply Musk’s ventures are woven into modern life.
This dependence isn’t just a challenge; it’s a lesson.
We certainly won’t be buying any Tesla’s anytime soon, but boycotts alone won’t address the root issue. The real ability to influence the world comes not from avoiding the problem but from solving the biggest challenges humanity faces. Once you’re solving problems on that scale, people still have to begrudgingly use your products—even if they disagree with you.
It’s not about taking down the Musk-level figures of today – there will always be another – it’s about nurturing the builders, thinkers, and leaders who will shape tomorrow. For inspiration, here’s an article on 11 muslim tech founders who are already shaping our future.
While Musk’s influence might seem daunting, it’s important to remember that every major change starts small. Here’s how we can begin making a difference:
We have the tools, the talent, and the legacy to reclaim our influence.
By fostering entrepreneurship, mastering key industries, and supporting one another, we can create solutions that make the world take notice. Every small step we take—whether it’s mentoring a budding entrepreneur, investing in a value-driven startup, or advocating for change—adds to the momentum that shapes a better tomorrow.
Let’s turn frustration into focus, and fear into action. The future is ours to build.
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