DeepSeek's New AI Coding Model

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is reportedly preparing to launch a new AI model specifically designed for coding tasks in February 2026, according to foreign reports. This new model, called "DeepSeek V4," is developed as an advanced AI system offering highly sophisticated coding capabilities for software developers. According to The Information website, internal tests conducted within DeepSeek revealed that the V4 model outperforms leading AI models like Anthropic's Claude and OpenAI's GPT series in coding tasks. It is especially noted for its superior ability to handle long and complex coding prompts.

The new model is designed to help developers manage large codebases, complex software projects, and multi-file programming tasks more easily. The V4 model is expected to provide significant advantages in processing lengthy code instructions, identifying bugs, and optimizing code. Based in Hangzhou, DeepSeek is considered a key player in building a domestic AI ecosystem in China. Previously released models, DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1, have received positive feedback from AI experts in Silicon Valley. However, Reuters previously reported that DeepSeek has faced investigations in some countries over security and privacy concerns. Despite this, analysts believe that if the DeepSeek V4 model is released, it could pose strong competition to companies like OpenAI and Anthropic in the coding-focused AI sector. While DeepSeek has not officially confirmed this report, the tech world eagerly anticipates more information about the new AI model around mid-February.