Baidu unveils latest AI model Ernie 4.0, claims it matches capabilities of ChatGPT

Baidu unveiled its new AI model Ernie 4.0, claiming it matches GPT-4 and ChatGPT in capability.
CEO Robin Li demonstrated Ernie 4.0's ability to understand questions, generate content, solve problems, and create multimedia outputs.
Baidu aims to integrate Ernie 4.0 into its search engine, maps, cloud services to gain an edge over rivals in China's AI race.
China has emerged as a leader in AI development, though faces challenges from US sanctions and government censorship.
Analysts have mixed views on how Ernie 4.0 compares to ChatGPT, but Baidu insists the models are on par.