DeepSeek reportedly in talks to raise $1.5B, then IPO
TechCrunch·July 14, 2026
DeepSeek, a Chinese large language model developer, is reportedly in talks to raise $1.5 billion in new funding at a valuation of $71 billion. The company is said to be preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) debut in 2027. DeepSeek's planned funding round and IPO are expected to support its continued growth and development. The company's valuation reflects its position as a major player in the large language model market.
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