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Deepseek plans record $7.35B raise as Core Automation hits $4B valuation

Chinese AI company Deepseek is reportedly planning a record-breaking funding round of up to $7.35 billion. Concurrently, Core Automation, a startup founded only six weeks ago by an ex-OpenAI researcher, is aiming for a $4 billion valuation. These significant financial moves highlight continued strong investor interest in the AI sector. AI

IMPACT Confirms substantial venture capital continues to flow into AI startups, potentially fueling further innovation and competition.

RANK_REASON Significant funding rounds for two AI companies, one planning a record raise and the other achieving a high valuation shortly after its founding.

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Deepseek plans record $7.35B raise as Core Automation hits $4B valuation

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