AIChinaJun 16, 2026

DeepSeek raises $7.00B (China, Jun 2026)

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DeepSeek’s $7B raise signals a new front in the AI war - Cryptopolitan

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DeepSeek is a Chinese AI startup that has raised over $7 billion in its first funding round, valuing the company at over $50 billion. The company previously self-funded its operations but is now seeking external capital due to rising AI computing demands and chip restrictions. This funding round positions DeepSeek alongside other major AI players like OpenAI and Anthropic.

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DeepSeek’s $7B raise signals a new front in the AI war  Cryptopolitan

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Liang Wenfeng
Liang Wenfeng
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Investors · 7
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