DeepSeek launches web search API for AI agents at $0.75 per 1,000 calls
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DeepSeek launched a web search API for AI agents priced at $0.75 per 1,000 calls, with rate limits of 5 requests per second per account.
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DeepSeek introduced a web search API for AI agents with pricing set at $0.75 per 1,000 calls and a rate limit of 5 requests per second per account. The service includes free access to Claude Code and Codex tool calls through October 31, after which billing will begin.