GoKawiilDeepSeek Plans to Double Funding Round to Nearly $15 Billion
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, is considering increasing its latest funding round from an initial 50 billion yuan to as much as 100 billion yuan ($14.9 billion). The company is attracting interest mainly from government-backed and corporate investors, including Tencent, CATL, and Geely Auto, while turning away private individual funds. The fundraising process is ongoing, with a target valuation of around 500 billion yuan ($75 billion).
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This potential expansion indicates strong confidence from institutional investors in DeepSeek's growth prospects and AI technology. It also suggests that the company aims to position itself for a significant IPO, which could influence the broader Chinese tech and AI sectors. The focus on large, strategic investors may reflect a desire to align with government and corporate interests in China’s AI development.
- DeepSeek is considering doubling its funding to nearly $15 billion.
- Major investors include Tencent, CATL, and Geely Auto.
- The company aims for a valuation of about $75 billion.
Source: cnbc.com — Anniek Bao, 2026-10-06
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