Recently, according to intellectual property information from Tianyancha, Beijing Zijiao Network Technology Co., Ltd. has applied for multiple trademarks related to 'Aily', including 'Aily', 'Classmate Aili', and 'Feishu Aily'. This trademark application involves various fields in international classification including scientific instruments, website services, and communication services. Currently, the status of these trademarks is pending substantial review. Zijiao Network Technology Co., Ltd. was established in October 2018, with Li Ying as the legal representative and a registered capital of up to $100 million, fully owned by Douyin.

Douyin is testing an AI search feature called 'AI Search' that allows users to obtain AI-generated answers directly from the Douyin APP. The answers are sourced from videos within Douyin and third-party websites. Users can add details to their questions or choose additional information filtered by the system to obtain new answers. This feature aims to provide a more convenient smart search experience.