DeepSeek has taken the AI world by storm, but unlike its rivals, it hasn’t raised a single round of VC funding. While other AI companies secure billions from investors, DeepSeek’s founder, Liang Wenfeng, is keeping full control. 

Why? Here are three key reasons⬇️ 

▶️Maintaining Control  
Liang owns 84% of DeepSeek, with the rest held by affiliates of his hedge fund, High-Flyer. He’s wary of VCs prioritizing fast profits over long-term AI research.

▶️Self-Funding Success  
DeepSeek doesn’t need outside funding—yet. Liang has fueled the company’s growth using profits from High-Flyer, allowing DeepSeek to operate without financial pressure from external investors.

▶️Trust & Privacy Risks  
As a Chinese company, DeepSeek faces strict data laws that already make global expansion challenging. Accepting investments from Chinese entities could deepen concerns, leading to more bans—just like Huawei and DJI faced in the past