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6Models·Jun 16

DeepSeek Closes Record $7 Billion-Plus Funding with Unusual Deal Structure

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has secured over $7 billion in a new funding round. The deal reportedly utilizes an unconventional structure to navigate the complexities of China's current regulatory and investment environment for technology companies.

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