After DeepSeek: Moon’s Dark Side and Jumps Star Raise New AI Funding
Since early 2026, China's large‑model sector has entered a rapid financing phase, with DeepSeek courting a state‑backed lead investor at a $45 billion valuation, Kimi completing a $20 billion round that pushes its valuation past $200 billion, and Jumps Star securing nearly $25 billion, reshaping the competitive landscape and highlighting the shift from pure technology breakthroughs to commercial and capital‑driven dynamics.
