ModelsBusiness & Market 🇨🇳 06.08.2026 04:02

China's AI Models Released Weekly for Eight Weeks, Silicon Valley Quietly Switches Bases

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Chinese AI labs have been releasing new large models weekly for eight consecutive weeks, prompting some Silicon Valley companies to quietly switch their underlying AI bases. The trend highlights the rapid progress of Chinese AI developers and their growing influence on global tech supply chains.
According to a report by East Money, Chinese AI developers have maintained a streak of releasing new large models every week for eight consecutive weeks. This rapid cadence has caught the attention of Silicon Valley firms, which are reportedly quietly replacing their existing AI infrastructure with these Chinese models. The report suggests that the consistent output and competitive performance of Chinese AI models are driving the shift, as companies seek cost-effective and advanced alternatives. The trend underscores the intensifying global competition in AI development and the increasing adoption of Chinese technology in Western markets.
Source: Moonshot Kimi (GNews) — original
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