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ABOUT
What DeepSeek does
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI lab developing open-weights frontier models including DeepSeek-V3 and R1. Known for training state-of-the-art models at a fraction of the cost — a development that shook global AI markets in 2025.
SIGNALS
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TOTAL RAISED
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EST. REVENUE
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EMPLOYEES
51-200
since 2023
PRICING
Freemium
KEY METRICS
Profile data
| Latest round | Private (High-Flyer) |
| Employees | 51-200 |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Pricing | Freemium |
| Free plan | No |
| Free trial | No |
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FAQ
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DeepSeek — frequently asked questions
When was DeepSeek founded?
DeepSeek was founded in 2023 in Hangzhou, China.
How much does DeepSeek cost?
DeepSeek pricing: Freemium.
Where is DeepSeek headquartered?
DeepSeek is headquartered in Hangzhou, China.
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