On January 22, 2025, Shanghai Step-Video Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. announced the official upgrade of its video generation model Step-Video to version V2. This upgrade brings significant technological breakthroughs and enhancements, making it even more powerful in simulating the real world.

Recently, Demis Hassabis, one of the founders of Google, revealed in an interview that his company Isomorphic Labs plans to begin a clinical trial for a drug developed using artificial intelligence (AI) by the end of the year. This news has drawn significant attention, particularly regarding its potential applications in oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders. Image credit: Image generated by AI, image licensed from Midjourney Isomorphic.

Today, iFlytek officially launched its first deep reasoning large model, the Xunfei Spark Deep Reasoning Model X1, trained on a fully domestic computing power platform. This innovative achievement marks another significant advancement for iFlytek in the field of artificial intelligence. The Xunfei Spark Deep Reasoning Model X1 demonstrates characteristics similar to human 'slow thinking' during problem-solving, while achieving industry-leading results with relatively low computing power, with several key metrics ranking first in the country. Particularly in Chinese mathematical capabilities, this model performs exceptionally well, showcasing strong technical prowess.