In the recent earnings call, Baidu founder Robin Li conducted an in-depth analysis of the open-source decisions regarding the Wenxin large model series 4.5. He stated that through their independently developed DeepSeek project, Baidu has deeply realized that the best open-source models will significantly enhance user engagement and acceptance. When a powerful model is made open-source, it naturally attracts more people to experiment out of curiosity. Such behavior not only promotes the widespread adoption of technology but also leads to broader applications.
Robin Li emphasized that the Wenxin large model 4.5 will be Baidu's most outstanding model to date, aiming to provide users and clients with a more effortless experience than ever before. This move reflects Baidu's strong confidence in its technological capabilities, which stems from a decade of continuous R&D investment and technological innovation. Particularly, as one of the few companies globally with UM4AI stack capabilities, Baidu's technological position is especially unique.
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When discussing the value of open-source versus closed-source models, Robin Li pointed out that the true value of foundational models can only be realized when they effectively solve real-world problems and are widely applied. Even with open-source, ensuring outstanding performance in practical applications is a challenge that enterprises must face.
Robin Li's remarks not only addressed users' questions about why to choose open-source but also provided profound insights for the industry: in today's rapidly advancing field of artificial intelligence, open-source can accelerate the dissemination and application of technology, serving as an important means to enhance the overall level of the industry.
With the open-sourcing of the Wenxin large model 4.5, Baidu hopes to encourage more enterprises and individuals to utilize its technology, thus achieving a more intelligent future. Robin Li's confidence and vision demonstrate Baidu's ambitions in the field of artificial intelligence and point towards the future development of the technology sector.
