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第一财经·2025-07-28 03:33

Core Viewpoint - The AI industry is experiencing a shift towards a more diversified ecosystem, with multiple players coexisting and the emergence of open-source models challenging closed-source counterparts. This trend is making AI more accessible and cost-effective for users [1][2]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The number of AI application players is increasing, but the performance of foundational models like DeepSeek has led to a decline in interest among many startups. The market is now dominated by a few major players and select startups [2][4]. - Predictions indicate that 2024 will be a watershed year for foundational models, with the number of key players potentially narrowing to a single-digit figure [2][4]. - The competition among foundational model companies is intense, as the technical differences between products are minimal, leading to low switching costs for users [7][8]. Group 2: Company Strategies - Companies are exploring differentiated paths, including consumer-facing international business, domestic B2B services, and focusing on multi-modal technology development [8][9]. - The "Six Dragons" of AI are showing distinct paths: Zhiyu is preparing for an A-share IPO, MiniMax is reportedly planning for A+H share listings, while others are pivoting to different sectors or focusing on specific applications [8][9]. - The development of multi-modal capabilities is becoming a key focus for foundational model companies, as they aim to enhance their commercial viability and technological capabilities [15][16]. Group 3: Technological Evolution - The evolution of foundational models is marked by a transition from imitation learning to reinforcement learning, with each technological iteration leading to some companies falling behind [9][10]. - The industry is divided on the future of AGI, with some believing in a single model dominance while others advocate for a multi-model approach [13][14]. - Companies are investing in multi-modal capabilities and forming partnerships to optimize model architecture and enhance computational efficiency, which are critical for AGI development [15][16].