DeepSeek V4 official release coming in mid-July with 2x peak-hour API pricing (technode.com)

DeepSeek has announced the upcoming official release of DeepSeek V4, set for mid-July, which promises significant enhancements over its preview version. This new iteration will feature a 1-million-token context window across all models, greatly improving capabilities in agent-based task execution, mathematical reasoning, and code generation. These upgrades position DeepSeek V4 as a more powerful tool for developers and researchers, further advancing the capabilities of AI in complex problem-solving scenarios. Additionally, DeepSeek is introducing a new pricing structure that includes peak and off-peak API rates. During peak hours—9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.—users will be charged double the off-peak rate for API usage. This pricing model reflects a growing trend in the industry to manage resource demand more effectively, potentially impacting how users plan their workflows around API calls. As DeepSeek V4 gears up for release, the combination of advanced features and a tiered pricing approach marks a notable shift in the competitive landscape of AI/ML services.