Sources: DeepSeek has started planning for an IPO in China and may file as soon as this year, allowing it to debut in 2027 (Lulu Yilun Chen/Bloomberg)

Chinese AI pioneer DeepSeek is reportedly planning an initial public offering (IPO) in China. Sources indicate the company has begun preparations and might file as early as this year. This move could lead to a market debut in 2027, potentially marking a significant event for China's technology sector.