
# January 2025 Product Update

We're back with our first product update of 2025!

This month, we're pleased to announce we've added support for [DeepSeek R1](https://vast.ai/article/deepseek-r1-open-source-disruptor-or-overhyped-upstart), so you can easily run this powerful new LLM through our platform. Our DeepSeek R1 / Ollama WebUI Guide and Ollama template streamline the process, giving you a seamless way to leverage DeepSeek's capabilities for your own projects.

As your trusted partner in cloud GPU resources, we're constantly working to enhance every aspect of our platform. As with every update, we prioritize addressing any technical hiccups that may affect your experience on Vast. Here are some of the latest bugs we've fixed since our last update:

- Teams account switching bugs.
- Teams invite bugs and UX issues.
- Fixed earning page issues related to earning display and Stripe.
- Erroneous client build errors showing on machines.
- Bandwidth speeds misreporting.
- Instances open button issues.

## NVIDIA Cloud GPU Updates

Here at Vast.ai, we're always looking for ways to make your experience even better, whether you're exploring cutting-edge AI models or running established workflows.

### Highlights of the latest enhancements:

- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/ollama-webui)[DeepSeek R1 / Ollama + WebUI Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/ollama-webui) and [](https://cloud.vast.ai/template/readme/5d2c8df8e0d0ab7d1a7a3ed0f9105637)[Ollama Template](https://cloud.vast.ai/template/readme/5d2c8df8e0d0ab7d1a7a3ed0f9105637).
- Updated [](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/)[Earning Page](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/) UI, including visualizations of referral program earnings, template performance, and host earnings.
- [Docs Overhaul](https://docs.vast.ai/) – We cleaned up API Docs, replatformed and fixed Docs pages UI/UX and search issues, and added new guides.
- [Vast.ai Base Docker Image](https://github.com/vast-ai/base-image) – This clonable repo allows template creators to quickly and easily build on top of a generic Vast.ai Docker image.
- [Audit Logs](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/) added to web UI – Users can filter and view history of actions taken on their account.
- (Rolling out) Onboarding Flow – Helpful sidebar checklist that guides new users (including referrals) through all the steps necessary to launch their first instance.

For the full list of all our January 2025 updates, you can find the complete change log at the bottom of this page. We're excited for you to explore all the latest improvements!

## Our Commitment

Whether you're looking to get started with DeepSeek R1 or interested in exploring GPU or VM rental options, we're here to help you make the most of our platform. Got questions? We'd love to hear from you!

Send us an email anytime at [support@vast.ai](mailto:support@vast.ai), or join our Discord community for instant access to resources and helpful discussions. Let us show you how Vast.ai can power your next project!

## Change Log

### Features:

- Updated [](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/)[Earning Page](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/) UI, including visualizations of referral program earnings, template performance, and host earnings.
- [Docs Overhaul](https://docs.vast.ai/) – We cleaned up API Docs, replatformed and fixed Docs pages UI/UX and search issues, and added new guides.
- [Vast.ai Base Docker Image](https://github.com/vast-ai/base-image) – This clonable repo allows template creators to quickly and easily build on top of a generic Vast.ai Docker image.
- [Audit Logs](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/) added to web UI – Users can filter and view history of actions taken on their account.
- [Account Page](https://cloud.vast.ai/account/) UI Refresh.
- (Rolling out) Onboarding Flow – Helpful sidebar checklist that guides new users (including referrals) through all the steps necessary to launch their first instance.

### Templates & Guides:

- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/ollama-webui)[DeepSeek R1 / Ollama + WebUI Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/ollama-webui) and [](https://cloud.vast.ai/template/readme/5d2c8df8e0d0ab7d1a7a3ed0f9105637)[Ollama Template](https://cloud.vast.ai/template/readme/5d2c8df8e0d0ab7d1a7a3ed0f9105637).
- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/image-generation)[Image Generation Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/image-generation).
- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/linux-virtual-machines)[Linux Virtual Machine Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/linux-virtual-machines).
- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/linux-virtual-desktop)[Linux Virtual Desktop Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/linux-virtual-desktop).
- Added [](https://docs.vast.ai/pytorch)[PyTorch Guide](https://docs.vast.ai/pytorch).
- Added [](https://cloud.vast.ai/?ref_id=62897&template_id=0616da77103ae90486bf60b8ddcd4d9c)[NVIDIA CUDA Base Template](https://cloud.vast.ai/?ref_id=62897&template_id=0616da77103ae90486bf60b8ddcd4d9c).
- Updated A1111 Template.
- Updated PyTorch Templates.
- Updated KVM Desktop Template.

### Bug Fixes:

- Teams account switching bugs.
- Teams invite bugs and UX issues.
- Fixed earning page issues related to earning display and Stripe.
- Disk space selection mismatches and errors.
- Erroneous client build errors showing on machines.
- Bandwidth speeds misreporting.
- Machine API key saving issue.
- Various template editor UI issues related to version tags, environment vars, and ports.
- Various template listing UI issues related to loading / “load more” and card display.
- Instances open button issues.
- Security issues.


Vast.ai's January 2025 update adds support for DeepSeek R1, new guides, UI enhancements, bug fixes, and NVIDIA GPU improvements to enhance cloud experience and performance.

January 2025 Product Update


We're back with another monthly update for our customers old and new! As we continue to redefine norms in cloud GPU rental, we're committed to continuously refining our platform.

This month, we've revamped the billing page! We also fixed an issue with earnings payouts showing incorrectly and added some clarity and warnings about auto-billing to the new billing page.

Plus, we've expanded our list of GPU types to include the H100 NVL. Designed exclusively for large language model (LLM) deployment, the NVIDIA H100 NVL is a powerhouse for high-performance computing. It's our hope that hosts and renters alike can benefit from this new addition that broadens the options on Vast.

No service is immune to hiccups, but we prioritize swift action to tackle any bugs that arise – so you can depend on a seamless customer experience. Here are some of the latest bug fixes we've implemented since our last update:

- Fixed PDF export issues
- Recommended templates now show properly
- Improved error notifications
- Fixed SSH validation issues
- Fixed machine earnings discrepancy for hosts
- Hosts now receive correct portion of early termination penalty for reserved instances

## Cloud GPU Rental Platform Updates

Here at Vast.ai, our platform updates go beyond just routine maintenance. As mentioned, we have a new billing page and added the H100 NVL as a new GPU type – and the following are a few more updates from this month:

- New auth flow and consistent visuals
- New CLI launch_instance combines search/create command
- Autoscaler/serverless docs have been updated
- Slight fixes to threshold and newsletter

For the full list of all improvements from this month, check out the change log at the bottom of this page.

If you have any questions or need assistance with navigating our platform, don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is always ready to provide support and ensure you get the most out of your GPU rental experience. Feel free to contact us through the chatbox at the bottom right, email us at support@vast.ai, or join our dynamic Discord community for additional insights and resources. We're here to help you every step of the way!

## Change Log

### Features:
- New billing page
- New auth flow and consistent visuals
- New CLI launch_instance combines search/create command
- New machine page and bulk edit
- Added automatic soft blacklisting to search based on user's personal report machine history
- Search backend now supports continent options like front end
- CLI/API logs command now supports a grep option

### Bug Fixes:
- Refunded payments now display properly
- Fixed PDF export issues
- Recommended templates now show properly
- Improved error notifications
- Fixed SSH validation issues
- Fixed machine earnings discrepancy for hosts
- Hosts now receive correct portion of early termination penalty for reserved instances
- Fixed issue with earnings payouts showing incorrectly on billing page
- Added auto-billing clarity & warnings to new billing page
- Warning when copying a public template
- Transfers shown properly on billing page
- Autobilling threshold fixed for team accounts
- GPU occupancy now shows for unlisted machines
- Gpu option search query filter works
- Open button for auth instances
- Reserved pricing coherent display
- Billing page properly shows negative balance
- Billing page properly shows failed payments
- Cloud rsync creates dest drives instead of failing
- Fixed env parsing bug in create_instance using template_hash
- Added autoscaler tag option for templates
- Misc UX/UI Improvements

### Miscellaneous Tasks:
- Added H100 NVL as a new GPU type
- Updated Autoscaler/serverless docs
- Updated billing text & warnings
- Slight fixes to threshold and newsletter


This month's update includes a revamped billing page, the addition of the H100 NVL GPU, and various bug fixes and improvements to enhance your experience on Vast.ai.

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