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Chinese Tech Expands AI Teams in Silicon Valley

Kenneth Metral

Nov 18, 2024 — 1 min read

Chinese technology companies are intensifying their efforts to establish artificial intelligence (AI) teams in Silicon Valley, aiming to recruit top U.S. talent despite existing U.S. restrictions designed to curb China's advancements in this sector. Major firms such as Alibaba, ByteDance, and Meituan are expanding their California offices, focusing on acquiring experienced staff from leading U.S. tech companies.

Alibaba is forming a new AI team dedicated to enhancing their AI-powered search engine, Accio, with plans to potentially spin off this team into a separate startup. Meituan is developing an AI unit led by co-founder Wang Huiwen, concentrating on generative AI opportunities. ByteDance has initiated several AI projects in California, including improvements for TikTok and their Doubao large language model.

This strategic push occurs amid tightening U.S. regulations on the export of advanced AI chips, reflecting a broader effort by Chinese tech companies to tap into Silicon Valley’s AI expertise and maintain competitiveness in the global AI landscape.

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