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Alibaba launches HK$80 billion share placement to finance AI expansion
The $10.2 billion sale of 710 million shares would fund full-stack AI capabilities and become Hong Kong’s largest primary follow-on offering.
The $10.2 billion sale of 710 million shares would fund full-stack AI capabilities and become Hong Kong’s largest primary follow-on offering.
The proprietary model adds a new layer to Apple’s planned Chinese AI stack, where Qwen integration and Baidu technology are also expected, but the companies have not explained how responsibilities will be divided.
Three annual subscription levels and separately priced video credits create a paid layer around Qwen’s office assistant, while Alibaba keeps the core chatbot available without charge.