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1. ByteDance and Tsinghua University join forces to promote innovation in large language model AI technology.
ByteDance and Tsinghua University’s Institute for Intelligent Industry Research have officially launched the Scalable Large Model Intelligent Technology Joint Research Center (SIALab) at Tsinghua University. This initiative aims to advance foundational research and practical applications in AI, particularly focusing on pre-trained language models, and underscores the growing collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation in artificial intelligence technologies.
Original Chinese article: https://news.sohu.com/a/815681266_121798711
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2. Shanghai Guotou leads the establishment of an artificial intelligence ecological fund in collaboration with companies such as miHoYo, SenseTime, and Bilibili.
Shanghai Guotou has spearheaded the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Ecological Fund, collaborating with major companies including MiHoYo, SenseTime, and Bilibili. This initiative aims to foster innovation and development in the AI sector, highlighting the growing importance of technology in various industries. This strategic partnership reflects a commitment to advancing AI capabilities and supporting emerging technologies.
Original Chinese article: https://finance.sina.com.cn/tech/digi/2024-10-12/doc-incsicsr7179324.shtml
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3. Baidu Smart Cloud releases Visual Model v4.5.
Baidu Intelligent Cloud has unveiled a significant upgrade to its Yijian Visual Model Platform, now at version 4.5, marking a pivotal shift in industrial visual AI applications. With cutting-edge solutions that dramatically reduce costs and enhance efficiency, this platform aims to democratize access to professional-level visual AI, effectively capturing previously unmet market demands. The launch highlights the emerging era of digital management enabled by large models, setting the stage for transformative advancements across various industries.
Original Chinese article: https://cloud.baidu.com/news/news_c4efffc2-8ac5-46de-b39b-161aa54b32f3
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4. Alibaba releases FLUX.1-Turbo-Alpha: based on FLUX.1-dev, refined with 8-step Lora.
The creative team at Alimama (a Alibaba Group company) has unveiled FLUX.1-Turbo-Alpha, a powerful 8-step distilled Lora model based on FLUX.1-dev, which significantly enhances image generation quality. Featuring multi-head discriminators, this model supports various applications like text-to-image generation and control net repair, enabling users to create captivating visuals effortlessly. Trained on over a million high-quality images, FLUX.1-Turbo-Alpha exemplifies a significant advancement in AI image generation technology.
Original Chinese article: https://www.aibase.com/zh/news/12351
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5. Ant CodeFuse IDE 0.6 Released with Editor Diagnostics and AI Fixes
Ant Group has released version 0.6 of its CodeFuse IDE, introducing AI-powered issue diagnostics and repair. This update allows developers to fix diagnostic errors via an AI repair button and enhances the code completion experience with both dropdown and inline suggestions. CodeFuse IDE, built on Ant’s own large model and OpenSumi framework, supports major programming languages and offers features like code suggestions, explanations, and unit test generation.
Original Chinese article: https://www.aibase.com/zh/news/12346
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6. Lenovo Introduces ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 to Future-Proof AI-Optimized Meeting Spaces
Lenovo has launched the ThinkSmart Core Gen 2, an AI-optimized device designed to enhance video conferencing rooms. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processor, it delivers smarter collaboration with features like intelligent framing and real-time assistance, while reducing power consumption by 40%. Ideal for Microsoft Teams or Zoom Rooms, it improves productivity and simplifies IT management. This solution is future-proofed for evolving AI-driven meeting spaces.
Original article: https://news.lenovo.com/pressroom/press-releases/lenovo-introduces-thinksmart-core-gen-2-to-future-proof-ai-optimized-meeting-spaces/
7. Comprehensive coverage of long text, voice, vision, and structured data, China Mobile’s Jiutian Shanzhi multimodal model is launched with great impact.
China Mobile has unveiled its groundbreaking Jiutian Shanzhi multimodal AI model at the Global Partner Conference, showcasing its advanced capabilities across long text, voice, vision, and structured data. This innovative model, which reflects a commitment to technological excellence and social responsibility, achieved top rankings in various international competitions, enhancing natural dialogue through full-duplex voice interaction and seamlessly integrating multiple data modalities.
Original Chinese article: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/ItsXZPXZa8ID8k7egR6_zA
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8. ZTE, Dongfeng Motor, and Hubei Mobile jointly launched the AiCube automotive design all-in-one machine, which generates design sketches in a few seconds.
ZTE, Dongfeng Motor, and Hubei Mobile have collaboratively launched the AiCube automotive design integrated machine, aimed at revolutionizing automotive design processes. This advanced AI solution allows designers to produce high-quality sketches in seconds using simple descriptions, enhancing efficiency and catering to the diverse demands of modern automotive manufacturing.
Original Chinese article: https://www.163.com/dy/article/JEC8HLTO0511B8LM.html?clickfrom=w_tech
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9. Led by PhDs, DP Technology Secures Another Multi-Hundred-Million-Yuan Funding.
DP Technology has secured several hundred million yuan in funding, led by the Beijing Artificial Intelligence Industry Investment Fund and the Zhongguancun Science City Company. This financing will bolster the company’s commitment to advancing AI for Science research, as they continue to innovate and develop cutting-edge platforms for molecular simulations and computational design in the fields of pharmaceuticals and materials science.
Original Chinese article: https://lieyunpro.com/archives/494776
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10. The AI Short Video Era Has Arrived! Get Started with Zero Barriers, Jiemeng AI Calls for Rewarded Creations
The “Vertical Screen Time-Limited Creation Challenge” has been launched by the JIMENG AI platform, aiming to encourage short video content creation tailored to current user viewing habits. Participants can submit videos lasting between 10 to 60 seconds, with at least 50% generated by AI, fostering a new era of creativity in AIGC content. The initiative reflects the growing importance of engaging and accessible video formats in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Original Chinese article: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/3_39Q757jt8x90r2bzJGdg
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