DeepSeek, a leading AI startup founded by Liang Wenfeng, stands out in the tech landscape for its reluctance to seek outside investment. Liang holds 84% ownership, which allows him to maintain control and avoid pressures often experienced with external capital. His preference for fundamental AI research over rapid monetization influences this decision. Despite significant VC interest, Liang emphasizes that operating under Chinese law poses a bigger challenge due to privacy concerns, rather than a lack of funding, as he finances DeepSeek through profits from his hedge fund, High-Flyer.
DeepSeek's unique structure allows it to avoid the pressures of outside investment, enabling founder Liang Wenfeng to maintain full control over his innovative AI developments.
Liang Wenfeng's stance against outside investment is partly due to past experiences with VCs prioritizing rapid monetization over deep research, something he doesn't value.
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