Core Insights - The article highlights the transformation of AI from a "bonus" in business to a "must-have" for survival in the education technology sector, emphasizing the deep integration of AI applications by leading companies in both China and emerging markets [1] Company Summaries - **iFLYTEK**: Positioned as a national leader in AI education, iFLYTEK has made significant advancements in self-research technology and policy adaptation, launching the upgraded Spark X1 model and enhancing its information technology education solutions [2] - **Zhuoyue Education**: The company has integrated AI into its teaching tools and operational ecosystem, achieving a revenue of RMB 1.102 billion in 2024, a 125.2% increase year-on-year, and plans to deepen AI applications across all business segments [3][4] - **Fenbi**: As a leader in vocational education, Fenbi has developed a clear and replicable AI product matrix focused on user needs, with plans to increase AI R&D investment by 30% annually and collaborate with top institutions to build educational AI models [5][6] - **Zhonggong Education**: The company is focusing its AI efforts on employment services and business AI integration, aiming to create a comprehensive service ecosystem that aligns with national employment policies [7] - **Huatu Education**: Leveraging its offline training advantages, Huatu is enhancing its services with AI to improve efficiency and user experience, particularly in standardized assessment areas [8] - **Yiqi Education Technology**: The company is accelerating AI technology implementation to support integrated teaching and assessment, reporting a 10.7% increase in net revenue in 2024, and aims to become a core technology partner for schools' digital transformation [9] Industry Trends - The education AI sector is witnessing three core trends: 1. **Technological Path Diversification**: Companies are adopting different strategies, with some focusing on full-stack self-research and ecosystem building, while others emphasize open-source collaboration and scene-specific development [10][11] 2. **Deep Scene Binding**: Companies are moving beyond single tool development to create integrated solutions that address new curriculum standards and employment needs [11] 3. **Diverse Business Models**: The sector is seeing a shift towards flexible profit models, including subscription services, pay-per-use, and government-adapted products [11]