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The new version of Zhihu Straight Answer boasts several innovative features. Users can upload and parse web pages, documents, and other knowledge bases, and treat each Zhihu answerer as an independent knowledge base. By focusing on a single answer or all the works of a specific answerer, users can ask questions, search, and parse to obtain more targeted and professional answers. This feature significantly enriches the content sources for AI search, resulting in more accurate and reliable search results.

Beijing has registered 34 new generative AI services, with notable entries such as Xiaomi's AI search and Monica.

AI technology is changing our learning and work habits in unique ways. As one of the vehicles for AI technology, AI search tools offer users unprecedented convenience. This article explores several efficient AI search tools that not only improve the speed at which we acquire information but also enrich our online experience.

Alibaba's AI-powered search engine, Accio, has reached over one million users. New AI features are being added to further enhance its capabilities and empower global trade.

On February 18th, Shanghai Mita Network Technology Co., Ltd. announced the launch of its latest research mode - 'Shallow Research'. This feature aims to quickly gather information and conduct preliminary analysis using AI technology, helping users obtain valuable research results in a short amount of time.

On the morning of February 17, Tencent Holdings' stock price surged in the Hong Kong market, rising over 7.5% at one point, leading to an increase in market value of approximately 320 billion Hong Kong dollars (about 298.1 billion yuan). Related concept stocks also showed strong performance, with Weimob Group (02013.HK) up 15%, Yuanshen Group (00772.HK) up 11.97%, and Youzan (08083.HK) up 10.16%. The significant stock price increase may be related to the latest developments in WeChat Search. On February 16, Tencent announced that WeChat Search has integrated the mixed large model to provide AI search functionality.

Recently, the domestic large model DeepSeek has emerged on the global AI stage, showcasing impressive technological strength. However, it has also faced threats from external cyber attacks. Against this backdrop, Zhou Hongyi, the founder of 360 Group, announced that 360 will provide comprehensive cybersecurity protection for DeepSeek free of charge, supporting the development of domestic AI technology through concrete actions.

Recently, Baidu introduced a new search engine entry 'AI Search' (Chat.baidu.com) on its web homepage, marking an upgrade in the company's search services. This new platform is based on Baidu's Wenxin large model and integrates multiple content ecosystems such as Baidu Search, Baidu Health, Baidu Law, Baidu Wenku, and Baidu Education, aiming to provide ad-free, reliable, and authoritative search results.

At the 2024 Volcano Engine FORCE Power Conference in Winter, ByteDance also launched the Global AI Search on Volcano Engine. This service integrates contextual search recommendations, enterprise private domain information integration, and connected Q&A services, closely aligning enterprise information, business needs, and user demands to help businesses achieve more precise recommendations and broader information discovery.

Zhou Hongyi, the founder of 360, recently announced that the company plans to launch a brand new search product this month, which will further expand 360's footprint in the field of artificial intelligence applications. Zhou pointed out that 360 AI Search, as one of the largest native AI applications in China, has proven that search is a direct and simple way for users to access and use AI technology. Based on this successful experience, the 360 team is committed to innovating on the existing foundation to create a more accessible and user-friendly AI tool.

Recently, AI search company Perplexity officially launched its new Election Information Center, aimed at providing voters with reliable voting information. This platform will offer users AI-generated answers to voting-related questions, candidate summaries, and will track real-time voting results on Election Day, November 5, with data sourced from the Associated Press. Perplexity stated that the data provided by this voter information center, including voting requirements, polling locations, and times, is based on the non-profit organization Democra.