Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba, recently addressed company employees, reiterating the importance of artificial intelligence and emphasizing that AI's future role is to liberate, not replace, humanity. Previously, market rumors suggested that AI-driven growth would be the core performance metric for all Alibaba departments by 2025.
Addressing these rumors, an Alibaba employee told the media that performance evaluations are not yet directly tied to AI, and AI remains an auxiliary tool in their work. Alibaba responded to inquiries, stating that this information was not officially released.
It's noteworthy that Jack Ma's recent public appearances have fueled speculation about Alibaba undergoing a comprehensive transformation and aggressively embracing the AI era. The market widely believes that Alibaba, as a leading Chinese tech giant, is accelerating its AI strategy.
While the direct link between performance evaluations and AI remains unconfirmed, Ma's statements and Alibaba's continuous investment in AI strongly suggest that AI will play an increasingly crucial role in Alibaba's future development. How Alibaba integrates its AI strategy into its organizational structure, business processes, and employee evaluations warrants continued market observation.
