Vertex AI Model Garden adds DeepSeek-R1 and Phi-4 models plus LLM inference optimizations

AI Impact Summary

Google has expanded the Vertex AI Model Garden with new models, DeepSeek-R1 and Phi-4, and introduced optimizations for LLM inference. These additions enhance existing capabilities without requiring immediate action, allowing users to leverage improved performance and reduced latency for their LLM workloads. This represents a strategic move to broaden the range of models available and improve the efficiency of existing services.