Commentary: DeepSeek rethinks funding strategy under talent drain and AI race

Digitimes
By Levi LiApr 23, 2026, 11:35 pm123 ptsTrending
The trajectory of DeepSeek has drawn scrutiny, but its latest move marks a clear inflection point. According to a report by The Information, the company is seeking external funding for the first time, triggering strong interest from China's major tech groups. Four sources familiar with the matter said Tencent…

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