
Baidu Introduces Budget AI Models to Challenge DeepSeek
Baidu has launched two advanced artificial intelligence models—ERNIE 4.5 and ERNIE X1—in a strategic push to cement its position in China’s rapidly evolving AI sector. These models are designed to offer powerful performance at significantly lower costs, directly rivaling AI solutions from DeepSeek, a rising player in the Chinese AI landscape. ERNIE 4.5: A Versatile…