China Advances in AI Race as OpenAI Limits Access

Chinese developers showcase competitive AI models at WAIC 2024, while OpenAI restricts API access, prompting domestic innovation.

SenseTime's upgraded SenseNova model shows performance on par with OpenAI's GPT-4.
Alibaba's Qwen model ranks third globally, just behind OpenAI and Anthropic.
Chinese developers focus on practical AI applications in various industries, including finance and energy.
OpenAI's API restriction seen as part of US export controls, impacting Chinese developers.
Microsoft Azure provides alternative access to OpenAI technology for Chinese enterprises.