Yes! Baidu has just launched two new AI models, Ernie 4.0 Turbo and Ernie Speed, as competition in China’s AI industry intensifies. These models aim to enhance Baidu’s position against rivals like Alibaba, Tencent, and startups such as iFlytek.
Here’s what we know so far:
🚀 Ernie 4.0 Turbo – An upgraded version of its flagship AI model, designed for better reasoning and efficiency.
⚡ Ernie Speed – A lightweight model optimized for faster responses and lower operational costs.
Baidu is pushing these models as part of its broader AI strategy, integrating them into services like search, cloud computing, and autonomous driving. This move aligns with China’s ongoing efforts to develop AI alternatives to OpenAI’s ChatGPT amid tightening regulations on AI development.
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