DeepSeek's Unique Path: No VC Funds Yet

CosmicTaco · 2025-03-11T10:47:59.189630+05:30

- DeepSeek’s founder Liang Wenfeng isn’t rushing to accept VC money, as reported by the WSJ. - The Chinese AI company took Silicon Valley by storm with its latest model but hasn’t announced any fundraises. - Liang owns 84% of DeepSeek and prefers to avoid external influence from VCs. - High-Flyer’s profits have funded DeepSeek so far, reducing the need for outside investment. - Concerns over data privacy and Chinese laws could worsen if DeepSeek accepts funding from Chinese investors. Source: [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/10/deepseek-isnt-taking-vc-money-yet-here-are-3-reasons-why/)

DeepSeek’s founder Liang Wenfeng isn’t rushing to accept VC money, as reported by the WSJ.
The Chinese AI company took Silicon Valley by storm with its latest model but hasn’t announced any fundraises.
Liang owns 84% of DeepSeek and prefers to avoid external influence from VCs.
High-Flyer’s profits have funded DeepSeek so far, reducing the need for outside investment.
Concerns over data privacy and Chinese laws could worsen if DeepSeek accepts funding from Chinese investors.

Source: TechCrunch