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DeepSeekModelsPricingDeepSeek V4-Pro Triggers Major API Price Hikes Starting August 16
August 15, 20262 min read
DeepSeek’s newly released V4-Pro comes with significant API price increases — up to 1,100% in some tiers — taking effect August 16, alongside claims of stronger agent capabilities.
Why it matters
The sharp pricing shift marks a move away from ultra-aggressive low pricing and could reshape cost calculations for teams relying on Chinese open models.