China's AI Sector Rockets with Massive Funding Amid US Pressure!

China's AI industry is thriving, with DeepSeek securing a record $7.4 billion funding round, the largest ever for a first-time Chinese startup. This influx comes as the US's export limits inadvertently stimulate investment. The nation boasts 381 unicorns, up by 38 in just a year, doubling its pace of new startups. Humanoid robotics companies also gained traction, with two achieving unicorn status. Overall, Chinese firms are attracting significant investments, closing the tech gap with the US.