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Alibaba CEO says company is building large-scale AI infrastructure and global“super AI cloud”
Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu announced the company's significant investment in AI infrastructure and a global 'super AI cloud' at the 2025 World Internet Conference. A large portion of developers on Alibaba's platform are small teams and independent creators, contributing to a diverse range of AI applications spanning over 20 industries.
Key points
- Eddie Wu spoke at the 2025 World Internet Conference.
- Alibaba is investing heavily in AI infrastructure.
- The company is developing a 'super AI cloud' for global AI services.
- 20.7% of developers on Alibaba's ModelScope are from teams of fewer than 50.
- 13.7% of developers are independent.
- The 'Creation Space' channel features around 23,000 AI applications across 20 industries.
- 95% of these applications are developed by individual developers.
Why it matters
- As of 2025, AI is a leading trend in IT, with many companies focusing on infrastructure to support AI development.
- The rise of small and independent creators reflects a broader trend towards democratizing technology.
- Alibaba's investments align with global shifts towards cloud computing and AI integration in various sectors.
Alibaba's commitment to building a robust AI infrastructure and empowering diverse developers positions it strategically in the rapidly evolving IT landscape.