This article analyzes the developments in China's open-source AI ecosystem since the "DeepSeek Moment" in early 2025. It highlights the strategic shifts of major companies like Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, as well as the broader collaborative efforts that have emerged, shaping the future of AI in the country.

Chinese AI startup Zhipu has released its open-source model GLM-4.5, aimed at intelligent agent applications, as part of a growing trend among local competitors in the technology sector. Zhipu, recognized as one of China's leading AI firms, has gained traction following positive remarks from OpenAI regarding its progress and government contract acquisitions.