Against the backdrop of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, research and applications of AI large models are booming. Recent developments from various companies and institutions in this field have garnered significant attention. Firstly, Nvidia's price-to-earnings ratio before the launch of ChatGPT attracted considerable attention on Wall Street, with experts suggesting this might foreshadow a repeat of Apple's success story in 2008. Meanwhile, Yu Feng, CIO of Guotai Junan Securities, stated that the rise of AI large models will propel the securities industry into an era of "intelligent cognition".

In the smart car sector, ZEEKR Intelligent Technology recently announced a remarkable achievement: the successful offline deployment of the automotive industry's first in-cabin AI large model. This technological breakthrough not only marks a significant step forward in ZEEKR's intelligent vehicle development but also brings users a revolutionary driving experience. This technology enables ZEEKR vehicles to perform real-time image and text understanding and reasoning without relying on a network connection, significantly enhancing the vehicle's intelligence. ZEEKR plans to roll out this feature gradually via OTA (Over-the-Air) updates.

Wuhan recently unveiled policies to boost its AI industry, launching an "AI+" initiative this year to promote large model applications across more than 20 sectors. Based on the "Several Policy Measures to Promote the Development of the Artificial Intelligence Industry in Wuhan," the initiative comprises ten key measures, including support for technological breakthroughs, enhanced computing power, and model innovation, aiming to accelerate the construction of a full AI industry chain ecosystem. The policies will be application-scenario driven, focusing on core elements such as computing power, models, data, and talent.

Amid growing attention in the industrial robotics sector, Augury has recently announced the successful funding of $75 million, with a valuation exceeding $1 billion. As a startup focused on developing AI hardware, Augury's technology can detect equipment failures and their causes in real-time, helping manufacturers reduce downtime and improve productivity. In an interview, Augury's CEO and founder, Saar Yoskovitz, revealed that the company's AI system has monitored over 500 million...

In today's era, artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly integrating into various industries, and the education sector is undoubtedly one of its core application scenarios. The rise of AI technology has provided new opportunities for reducing costs and increasing efficiency in education, making high-quality, inclusive, and personalized education possible. Recently, multiple education companies have adopted the DeepSeek large model, indicating that the commercialization process of AI education products is accelerating. According to a research report by Zhongxin Jiantou, AI technology can deeply empower the education industry by enhancing delivery efficiency and personalizing experiences.

The UK government recently announced the renaming of the institution originally called the 'AI Security Institute' to 'AI Security Academy', marking a significant shift in the government's strategy in the AI sector. The new name not only reflects changes in the institution's functions but also indicates the UK government's firm commitment to promoting the development of the AI industry. Image source note: The image is AI-generated, with licensing provided by Midjourney. This change was announced by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, and the new AI Security Academy will focus on cybersecurity, aiming to ...

Recent reports indicate that Alibaba will collaborate with Apple to develop new artificial intelligence features for iPhone users in the Chinese market. This initiative is seen as an important strategy for Apple to address declining sales in China, aiming to provide a more appealing software experience for users. Insiders reveal that Apple has been testing various AI models from well-known Chinese developers since 2023. After a series of evaluations, Apple partnered with Baidu last year, becoming its primary AI technology supplier.

Recently, Baidu Intelligent Cloud officially launched four brand new applications — KuaYue, XiLing, YiJian, and ZhenZhi, which are now successfully integrated with the latest version of the DeepSeek model. This initiative not only provides enterprises with richer artificial intelligence solutions but also aims to meet the diverse needs in high-value business scenarios such as intelligent outbound calls, digital human video script generation, visual intelligence analysis, and knowledge management. With the acceleration of digital transformation, Baidu Intelligent Cloud is actively promoting the application in various industries, including finance, transportation, government, and automotive.

The UK government is considering amending laws to allow AI companies to use creators' online content to train their models unless creators explicitly opt out of the system. This move has sparked strong opposition from the music industry, with former Beatles member Paul McCartney openly expressing his concerns, warning that it could lead to a 'Wild West' scenario where creative works lose the copyright protections they deserve. In an interview with the BBC, McCartney urged the government to reconsider this approach and emphasized the potential threat it poses to emerging artists: 'Young boys, girls...'

On January 20, the city of Foshan, Guangdong held a release conference for the AI Application Mall for the mold industry and the establishment meeting for the AI Small Model Industry Consortium, marking an important step forward in Foshan's exploration of 'AI+' enabling new productive forces. AI small models refer to artificial intelligence models optimized and customized for specific industries or fields. These models have significant advantages, including low data requirements, low computational resource consumption, low training and optimization costs, and high privacy security. Chen Xinwen, Vice Mayor of Foshan, mentioned at the conference that Foshan relies on manufacturing.