Hey tech fam! 🌏🚀
A recent study by MIT and Hugging Face reveals the Chinese mainland has overtaken the U.S. in the global open-source AI model scene, with 17.1% of downloads vs. 15.8%. Superstars like Alibaba's Qwen and DeepSeek are leading the pack.
Why this is exciting:
- Speedy innovation: Open-source means devs can freely download, customize, and integrate models, fast-tracking everything from chatbots in Dhaka to AI art in Manila.
- Collab power: At the 2025 OpenAtom Developers Conference in Beijing, academician Ni Guangnan highlighted that 'open source has become a powerful engine for global IT development.'
- Global reach: China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) double-downs on open tech and cross-border partnerships.
Across South and Southeast Asia, from startup hubs in Bengaluru to hackathons in Jakarta, this shift means more access to cutting-edge AI tools. So, whether you’re building recommendation systems, tackling climate data, or just geeking out on AI art, this open-source wave has your back! 🌊🤖
Stay curious, stay coding! 💡👩💻👨💻
Reference(s):
China overtakes U.S. in global open-source AI model market: study
cgtn.com