According to @deepseek_ai, DeepSeek-V3.1 introduces a hybrid inference design with Think and Non-Think modes in a single model aimed at agent workflows, as stated in the announcement; source: DeepSeek on X, Aug 21, 2025. According to @deepseek_ai, the DeepSeek-V3.1-Think variant reaches answers faster than DeepSeek-R1-0528, indicating reduced time-to-answer for complex reasoning tasks; source: DeepSeek on X, Aug 21, 2025. According to @deepseek_ai, post-training has strengthened agent skills and tool use, signaling improved function-calling and tool integration capabilities; source: DeepSeek on X, Aug 21, 2025. According to @deepseek_ai, the post does not disclose any token, blockchain integrations, partnerships, or on-chain features, providing no direct crypto-market catalyst from the release; source: DeepSeek on X, Aug 21, 2025.