Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-05 01:33Core Insights - Alibaba's Gaode has entered the world model space and plans to launch a new product application based on this model [1][3] - The world model has achieved top rankings in multiple metrics on the WorldScore benchmark, which is the first open-source evaluation for multi-modal world generation models [1][3] - Gaode has established a new embodied business unit, focusing on hiring for roles such as embodied intelligence product experts and data/algorithm engineers [1][3] Company Developments - Gaode announced a full transition to AI and spatial intelligence by August 2025, with the launch of the local lifestyle product "Gaode Street Ranking" in September of the same year [1][3] - The latest AI flagship application from Alibaba, "Qianwen," has integrated with Gaode and the Gaode Street Ranking as its first application scenario [1][3] Benchmark Performance - The WorldScore benchmark, developed by a team led by Stanford professor Fei-Fei Li, evaluates world generation models and has recognized Gaode's model for its performance [1][3]