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Business & Economy · ChinaDeepSeek nears $12 billion funding round
Chinese AI company DeepSeek is nearing the close of a significant funding round, aiming to secure at least 80 billion yuan ($11.93 billion). Major investors like Tencent Holdings and Contemporary Amperex Technology are reportedly committing substantial amounts. The round, which exceeded initial targets, is seen as a step towards a potential 2027 IPO.
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Business & EconomyOpenAI in talks for $1.2 trillion valuation before IPO
OpenAI is reportedly in early discussions with investors for a new funding round that could value the company at approximately $1.2 trillion. This comes as the AI firm considers its timeline for a potential initial public offering.
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PoliticsAI group launches ad campaign in battleground states
A new group, Build American AI, is launching a multimillion-dollar advertising campaign in Kansas, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The campaign aims to promote data centers, which are crucial for the AI industry, amid growing public concerns.
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Business & EconomyHugging Face Explores Sale at Over $13 Billion Valuation
AI platform Hugging Face is exploring a sale at a valuation of at least $13 billion, according to reports. This comes after the company was valued at $4.5 billion in 2023. The potential sale could reshape the AI landscape.
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