DeepSeek Apologizes for API Price Hike Controversy, Offers Refunds
teortaxesTex · x · 2026-08-07
In response to the recent "price hike" controversy announced via a banner on their API Console, DeepSeek has started sending out emails to users and is offering refunds. They previously took a similar approach when announcing peak-hour pricing. Speculation suggests their final prices are unlikely to go as high as Kimi K3's rates.
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