Feng Huang Wang·2025-12-11 03:09Core Insights - Meta is utilizing Alibaba's open-source Qwen model for distillation optimization in its new AI model codenamed "Avocado," indicating a strategic shift during a critical period for the company [1] - This collaboration highlights the growing influence of Chinese open-source models, suggesting they are now competitive with Silicon Valley giants and serve as important reference points in the industry [1] - The success of Alibaba's Qwen model has led to speculation that Meta may abandon its pure open-source approach in favor of a closed-source profit model [1] Group 1 - Meta is assembling a top-tier team in Silicon Valley to reverse its previous setbacks in large model development [1] - The Qwen model's adoption by Meta reflects the increasing technical capabilities of Chinese open-source models [1] - The rapid growth of Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen App, which surpassed 30 million monthly active users within 23 days of its public testing, indicates a significant leap in user adoption for domestic large models [1]