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1. 🥊 Alibaba’s AI Model Challenges Global Competitors

2. 🏈 NFL to Test AI for First Down Calls

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Alibaba’s AI Model Challenges Global Competitors

Just days after DeepSeek’s latest AI release, Alibaba Cloud has introduced Qwen2.5-Max, an upgraded AI model that outperforms key competitors. The announcement positions Alibaba as a serious contender in AI.

Key Points:

• Outperforming Competitors: Qwen2.5-Max surpassed DeepSeek’s V3 and Meta’s Llama 3.1 on multiple industry benchmarks.

• Matching Top AI Models: The model performed on par with OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Anthropic’s Claude 3.5 Sonnet.

• Market Impact: DeepSeek’s recent AI release contributed to a tech stock sell-off, with Nvidia losing $600 billion in market value.

• Lower Development Costs: DeepSeek built its AI model for just $5.6 million, raising questions about the massive investments made by major tech firms.

• U.S. Chip Restrictions Under Scrutiny: DeepSeek’s use of Nvidia’s H800 chips, despite export limits, challenges U.S. efforts to curb China’s AI advancements.

With this latest release, Alibaba Cloud is reinforcing its presence in the AI space, increasing competition among global tech leaders.

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AI Can Write Code: AI systems are now capable of writing code and automating software development, which can greatly accelerate programming tasks.

NFL to Test AI for First Down Calls

The NFL is moving toward AI-powered officiating with Hawk-Eye, a system using up to 60 cameras and 8K resolution to track ball placement in real time. Tested in the 2024-25 preseason, Hawk-Eye aims to speed up first down measurements by eliminating the need for the chain gang. The technology will cut down decision times by 40 seconds and provide precise graphics for broadcasts. While it wasn’t used in the regular season or playoffs, the NFL plans to test it again next preseason, potentially making it a permanent fixture in the game.

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Quick Takes

• SoftBank Eyes Major OpenAI Investment: SoftBank is in discussions to invest up to $25 billion in OpenAI, potentially making it the startup’s largest backer and expanding its AI initiatives to over $40 billion. The deal, which includes funding for the $100 billion Stargate data center project, could reduce OpenAI’s reliance on Microsoft while fueling its long-term infrastructure expansion.

• Meta Doubles Down on AI Amid Market Turmoil: Despite a 20% drop in Nvidia’s stock due to concerns over DeepSeek’s AI models, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reaffirmed the company’s commitment to investing "hundreds of billions" in AI over the long term. Zuckerberg emphasized that Meta’s focus on AI infrastructure remains a strategic advantage, with plans to make its next model, Llama 4, highly competitive even against closed models like ChatGPT.

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