In a significant development in the global artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, Chinese tech giants Alibaba, Baidu, and Huawei have unveiled cutting-edge AI technologies, signaling an intensifying AI arms race.
Alibaba Launches Qwen 3 AI Model
On April 29, 2025, Alibaba Group introduced Qwen 3, the latest iteration of its flagship AI model. This new version incorporates hybrid reasoning capabilities, aiming to enhance adaptability and efficiency for developers building applications and software. The release comes amid heightened competition in China’s AI sector, with local startup DeepSeek’s earlier success prompting major players like Baidu to escalate their AI efforts.
Baidu Unveils Ernie 4.5 Turbo and Ernie X1 Turbo
Baidu, another prominent Chinese technology company, announced the launch of two new AI models: Ernie 4.5 Turbo and the reasoning model Ernie X1 Turbo. These releases are part of Baidu’s strategy to maintain its leadership and address the growing demand for sophisticated AI applications amid increasing competition within China’s rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Huawei Develops New AI Chip to Compete with Nvidia
In a move to bolster its AI capabilities, Huawei has developed a new AI chip, the 910C, aiming to match the performance of U.S. chipmaker Nvidia. The company plans to begin mass shipments of this advanced chip to Chinese customers as early as next month, marking a significant step in China’s efforts to achieve technological self-reliance in the AI sector.
