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DeepSeek

Artificial intelligence · Hangzhou, China · Private

DeepSeek develops large language models and AI products, drawing attention for efficient model development and open releases.

$50BReported valuationPrivate Ledger market watch
PrivatePublic statusNo confirmed IPO
Artificial intelligenceSectorFoundation models and AI research
Sep 2026Profile updatedLatest editorial review

The Company

DeepSeek develops large language models and AI products, drawing attention for efficient model development and open releases.

The company's investment case is tied to foundation models and ai research. The Private Ledger will update this profile when material financing, operating, or market-structure developments are publicly reported.

Why It Matters

Its model releases have intensified debate over AI training costs, open models, and China's role in the AI stack.

Valuation History

  1. Private→2023Company founded
  2. $50B→2026Latest reported estimate

What Changed

  1. DeepSeek is founded or begins operating in its current form.

  2. The company remains on The Private Ledger's private-market watchlist; this profile reflects the latest editorial review.

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