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DeepSeek — Founder (text): Liang Wenfeng

Liang Wenfeng

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Last checked: 3/31/2026

The source text explicitly and repeatedly identifies Liang Wenfeng as the founder of DeepSeek, launched in 2023. It also confirms he cofounded High-Flyer in 2015 and is personally engaged in both companies. All elements of the claim are directly supported by the source material.

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confirmed99%primaryHaiku 4.5 · 3/31/2026
Found: Liang Wenfeng is identified as the founder of DeepSeek. The source states: 'Hedge fund manager Liang Wenfeng started DeepSeek in 2023' and 'DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng doesn't fit the profile of an

Note: The source text explicitly and repeatedly identifies Liang Wenfeng as the founder of DeepSeek, launched in 2023. It also confirms he cofounded High-Flyer in 2015 and is personally engaged in both companies. All elements of the claim are directly supported by the source material.

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