Deepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June 2026 as US companies chase cheaper AI
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This paper shows that Deepseek emerged as the leading software vendor on Ramp in June 2026, driven by US companies seeking cost-effective AI solutions.
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Deepseek emerged as the leading software vendor on Ramp in June 2026, driven by US companies seeking cost-effective AI solutions. However, Ramp's chief economist, Ara Kharazian, cautions about potential security risks associated with using Chinese AI models.
Key Points
- Deepseek ranked first among trending software vendors on Ramp in June 2026.
- US companies are increasingly aware of AI costs, driving demand for cheaper solutions.
- Ara Kharazian highlights security concerns with Chinese AI models.
- The trend reflects a shift in how US companies approach AI procurement.
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From source RSS / original summaryDeepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June 2026 as a paid service that US companies send data to directly. Ramp chief economist Ara Kharazian points to growing cost awareness as a driver but warns about security risks of using Chinese models. The article Deepseek topped Ramp's trending software vendors in June 2026 as US companies chase cheaper AI appeared first on The Decoder.
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