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AI Prices Skyrocket: DeepSeek Hikes API Costs
13 Aug
Summary
- DeepSeek announced API price increases for V4-Pro and V4-Flash models.
- New pricing includes peak and off-peak rates.
- Increases range from 50% to 1,100% starting August 17.

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has announced substantial price hikes for its API services.
The company will implement new pricing for its V4-Pro and V4-Flash models, introducing a tiered system that includes peak and off-peak rates.
These revised rates, which will take effect on August 17, represent a significant increase, ranging from 50% to 1,100% above current prices. The exact percentage varies based on the specific model, token type, and the time of usage.