Alibaba AI Robots: New Models for Multi-Step Actions

Alibaba Group has launched its first artificial intelligence models specifically designed for robots. This initiative is part of a larger trend among Chinese tech companies focusing on advanced AI systems that can plan and perform multi-step actions with little human input. The new models are part of Alibaba's Qwen family, aiming to compete with rivals in the AI space. These models help robots interpret visual data, follow instructions, and plan movements in the real world. Alibaba's research arm had previously introduced RynnBrain, an open-source model for robotics, built for environmental understanding and task planning. This development signifies a move to integrate AI into physical machines beyond just chatbots.