AI IntelligenceMar 4, 2026AI Intelligence
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Key figures from Alibaba's renowned Qwen AI team have left the company, shortly after the release of the latest open-source model.
The departures raise questions about the strategic direction of Alibaba's AI ambitions. The Qwen models were considered important open-source alternatives to Western AI systems.
Data Cube AI EditorialSource: VentureBeat
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Key figures from Alibaba's renowned Qwen AI team have left the company, shortly after the release of the latest open-source model. The departures raise questions about the strategic direction of Alibaba's AI ambitions. The Qwen models were considered important open-source alternatives to Western AI systems.
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