坚实的业务增长源于深厚的技术积累。网易有道于2023年7月份推出的国内首个教育大模型"子曰"，已 成为其所有AI应用的核心基座。该模型已首批通过中国信通院的可信AI教育大模型评估，并获得最高 等级（5级）认证。在此基础上，网易有道持续攻坚高价值场景。开源的"子曰3"数学模型在多项国际权 威评测中性能卓越；今年8月份，网易有道更是在行业内率先提出"教育AI应用能力分级标准"，清晰勾 勒出从辅助学习到"虚拟老师"的技术演进路径。 值得一提的是，网易有道AI订阅服务三季度销售额创下历史新高，接近1亿元，同比增长超过40%。完 成AI化升级的网易有道词典，整合了AI同传、翻译等功能，深受用户青睐，其中AI同传功能销售额同 比激增近200%，累计服务用户突破2000万。 本报讯 （记者袁传玺）近日，网易有道（NYSE：DAO）凭借在人工智能技术研发、商业化落地及战 略前瞻性方面的卓越表现，从众多优秀企业中脱颖而出，与商汤等企业共同上榜"最具价值人工智能公 司"奖。 该奖项旨在评选在AI研发、算力数据、专利创新、商业化及生态可持续性等方面综合表现卓越的标杆 企业，此次获奖标志着网易有道技术领先性与商业价值获得了资本市场与 ...

Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 28.36 billion yuan in Q3 2025, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 8.2% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 1.7% [1] - The adjusted net profit for Q3 reached 9.5 billion yuan, showing a year-over-year growth of 26.7% with a net profit margin of 33.5% [1] Group 1: Gaming and Related Services - The gaming and related services revenue for Q3 was 23.3 billion yuan, up 11.8% year-over-year, driven by growth in key titles such as "Dream of the Red Chamber" PC and "Nirvana in Fire" [1] - The peak online user count for "Dream of the Red Chamber" PC reached a record high of 3.58 million [1] - The company is expanding its global footprint with new game launches, including "Destiny: Stars" in August and upcoming titles like "Nirvana in Fire" and "Diablo IV" in December [1] Group 2: Youdao Business - Youdao's revenue for Q3 was 1.63 billion yuan, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 3.6% [1] - The company is advancing its "AI + Education" strategy, enhancing both hardware and software offerings [1] - A new AI-powered product, the Youdao AI Answering Pen SpaceX, is set to launch in August 2025, with a daily average of over 10 answers per user [1] Group 3: Cloud Music - Cloud Music reported a revenue of 1.96 billion yuan in Q3, down 1.8% year-over-year [2] - The company is enhancing user experience through AI-driven features, including the "AI Tuning Master" which allows for personalized audio adjustments [2] - The introduction of AI functionalities aims to enrich the platform's content ecosystem and improve user engagement [2] Group 4: Financial Projections - Revenue projections for the company are estimated at 113.91 billion yuan for 2025, 124.63 billion yuan for 2026, and 134.92 billion yuan for 2027 [2] - The expected net profit (Non-GAAP) for the same years is 39.67 billion yuan, 42.26 billion yuan, and 46.08 billion yuan respectively [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The company achieved revenue of 28.36 billion yuan in Q3 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 8.2% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 1.7% [4] - The gross profit for Q3 was 18.18 billion yuan, with a gross margin of 64.1%, an increase of 1.2 percentage points year-over-year [4] - Adjusted net profit reached 9.50 billion yuan, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 26.7% and a net margin of 33.5%, up 4.9 percentage points year-over-year [4] Revenue Breakdown - The gaming and related services revenue for Q3 was 23.3 billion yuan, up 11.8% year-over-year, driven by growth in key titles such as "Fantasy Westward Journey" and "Nirvana in Fire" [5] - The company continues to expand its global gaming footprint, with successful launches of new titles in overseas markets [5] AI and Education Initiatives - The Youdao segment reported revenue of 1.63 billion yuan in Q3, a year-over-year increase of 3.6%, focusing on the "AI + Education" strategy [6] - New AI-enabled hardware and software products have been introduced, enhancing the educational offerings [6] Cloud Music Developments - Cloud Music generated revenue of 1.96 billion yuan in Q3, a slight decline of 1.8% year-over-year, with AI features enhancing user experience [7] - The introduction of the "AI Tuner" feature aims to enrich the platform's content ecosystem [7] Financial Projections - Projected revenues for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 113.91 billion yuan, 124.63 billion yuan, and 134.92 billion yuan, respectively [8] - Non-GAAP net profits for the same years are expected to be 39.67 billion yuan, 42.26 billion yuan, and 46.08 billion yuan [8] Key Financial Metrics - The company is expected to maintain a gross margin of around 64% over the next few years, with a projected return on equity (ROE) of 24% in 2025 [11] - Earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to grow from 10.37 yuan in 2024 to 14.29 yuan in 2027 [11]

Core Insights - NetEase Youdao (NYSE: DAO) reported its Q3 2025 unaudited financial results, showing a continuous profit for five consecutive quarters driven by its "AI-native" strategy and focused business structure [1] - The company achieved a net revenue of 1.63 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.6%, with operating profit reaching 28.3 million yuan and operating cash flow out narrowing by 31.4% [1] - Youdao's CEO expressed confidence in meeting the financial goals set at the beginning of the year, aiming for rapid improvement in operating profit and achieving annual cash flow breakeven [1] Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, Youdao's learning services net revenue reached 640 million yuan, while AI subscription service sales hit nearly 100 million yuan, marking a historical high with over 40% year-on-year growth [1][2] - The online marketing services revenue reached 740 million yuan, a significant year-on-year increase of 51.1%, becoming the largest revenue source for the first time [3] Strategic Adjustments - Youdao made strategic adjustments in its learning services segment, focusing on high-demand and high-growth potential areas, with sales from Youdao Ling Shi growing over 40% in Q3 [2] - The company launched the new generation Youdao AI Q&A pen, Space X, which supports real-time Q&A across nine subjects for junior and senior high school students [2] AI and Technology Development - Youdao's AI capabilities were reinforced, with the "Zi Yue" large model receiving the highest level 5 certification from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology [4] - The company introduced the "Zi Yue 3.0" model for real-time translation supporting 38 languages, showcasing significant advancements in AI technology [4] Future Outlook - Youdao plans to continue deepening its AI-native strategy, focusing on the application and innovation of the "Zi Yue" large model in learning and advertising scenarios [5]

Core Insights - NetEase reported a net revenue of 28.4 billion yuan for Q3 2025, with a non-GAAP net profit attributable to shareholders of 9.5 billion yuan, and R&D investment reaching 4.5 billion yuan, representing an R&D intensity of 16% [1] - The gaming segment, including classic IPs and new releases, contributed significantly to revenue, with net income from games and related services at 23.3 billion yuan [1] - AI technology has become a crucial driver for business growth and user experience enhancement across various segments [1][2] Gaming and Revenue Performance - NetEase's gaming and related services net revenue was 23.3 billion yuan in Q3, with the classic IP "Fantasy Westward Journey" achieving record online user numbers [1] - New game "Destiny: Stars" topped the iOS download charts in 19 regions on its launch day, indicating strong market reception [1] AI Integration and Growth - NetEase Youdao's net revenue reached 1.6 billion yuan, with a nearly 150% year-on-year increase in operating profit for the first three quarters of 2025, driven by an "AI-native" strategy [1][2] - AI subscription service sales approached 100 million yuan, marking a historical high, with AI-powered features significantly enhancing user engagement and revenue [2] Music and Content Innovation - NetEase Cloud Music launched the "AI Tuning Master," providing personalized audio experiences, showcasing the impact of AI in the music sector [3] - The generative recommendation model "Climber" received a global academic award and is applied across various recommendation scenarios, improving user music discovery [3] Other Business Segments - NetEase's innovative and other businesses generated 1.4 billion yuan in net revenue, with a focus on brand youthfulness and collaborations in gaming and music [2] - The community content volume on the NetEase News app grew by 31%, reflecting increased user engagement and content creation [2]

Core Insights - The "AI 100" list has been released, indicating a highly competitive landscape for AI products, with both internet giants and startups optimizing user experiences to capture market share [2][4]. APP Sector AI Product Status - There is a stagnation in growth for web-based AI products, with total visits and monthly active users (MAU) remaining flat at 600 million and 130 million respectively, while leading products show slight declines [6]. - Growth engines have shifted from general head products to niche, high-segment products, with new applications in emerging fields like AI health gaining significant traction [6]. - Notable growth in user numbers for comprehensive office agents and industry-specific agents, such as Kouzi Space and RoboNeo, indicates a validation of agent product value [6]. User Scale Top 10 Products - The top 10 AI products by cumulative downloads on the APP end as of September 2025 include: 1. Quark: ~251 million 2. Doubao: ~233 million 3. Kimi: ~92 million 4. DeepSeek: ~77 million 5. Xingtou: ~77 million 6. Jimeng AI: ~76 million 7. QQ Browser: ~74 million 8. Tencent Yuanbao: ~67 million 9. Meitu Xiuxiu: ~41 million 10. NetEase Youdao Dictionary: ~40 million - A total of 23 products have downloads exceeding 10 million [7]. User Growth Top 10 Products - The top 10 products by new downloads in September 2025 include: 1. Doubao: ~27 million 2. Quark: ~23 million 3. Jimeng AI: ~12 million 4. Tencent Yuanbao: ~11 million 5. QQ Browser: ~8.1 million 6. Xingtou: ~7 million 7. Xingge: ~6.7 million 8. NetEase Youdao Dictionary: ~5.6 million 9. AQ: ~5 million 10. Kimi: ~4.8 million - Total new downloads for AI apps exceeded 166 million in September, a 27% increase from June [9][10]. User Activity Top 10 Products - The top 10 products by daily active users (DAU) in September 2025 include: 1. WPS: ~61 million 2. QQ Browser: ~52 million 3. Doubao: ~33 million 4. DeepSeek: ~26 million 5. Quark: ~22 million 6. Meitu Xiuxiu: ~18 million 7. Tencent Yuanbao: ~17 million 8. Kuaidui: ~12 million 9. NetEase Mail Master: ~7.3 million 10. NetEase Youdao Dictionary: ~6.5 million - The average daily usage of AI apps reached nearly 300 million, with a nearly 50% increase since June [11][12]. APP Sector Analysis - The concentration of top AI products has weakened, with noticeable increases in downloads and daily active users for mid-tier products [14]. - The market share of the top 5 products has decreased from over 60% in Q2 to below 50% [15]. - Doubao and Quark are the only two products with new downloads exceeding 20 million in September, leading the market significantly [16]. Web Sector AI Product Status - The top 10 web-based AI products by total visits in September 2025 include: 1. DeepSeek: ~115 million 2. Doubao: ~85 million 3. Quark: ~82 million 4. Baidu AI Search: ~44 million 5. Tencent Docs: ~41 million 6. Kimi: ~30 million 7. Tongyi: ~29 million 8. WPS Office: ~25 million 9. Tencent Yuanbao: ~22 million 10. Baidu Wenku: ~17 million - The top three products account for 47% of total web-based AI product visits [18]. User Activity Top 10 Products (Web) - The top 10 products by unique visitors in September 2025 include: 1. Quark: ~19 million 2. Baidu AI Search: ~13 million 3. DeepSeek: ~13 million 4. Doubao: ~10 million 5. Baidu Wenku: ~8.6 million 6. Tongyi: ~7.1 million 7. Tencent Docs: ~6.2 million 8. WPS: ~4.9 million 9. Kimi: ~4.6 million 10. Zhihu Zhidao: ~3.4 million - There are 19 products with MAU exceeding 1 million, with Baidu AI Search showing significant growth [21][23]. User Engagement Top 10 Products (Web) - The top 10 products by average visits per user in September 2025 include: 1. Mogao Design: 9.5 2. DeepSeek: 9.1 3. Doubao: 8.3 4. Tencent Yuanbao: 8.2 5. Wenxiaobai: 8.0 6. Moke AI: 7.5 7. Modao AI: 6.8 8. Tencent Docs: 6.6 9. Xiangzhi HaiSnap: 6.6 10. Kimi: 6.5 - The top 10 in user engagement is dominated by AI office efficiency and intelligent assistant applications [25][26]. Web Sector Analysis - Total visits for web-based AI products exceeded 600 million in September, showing growth from 570 million in June, while total active users remained stable at approximately 124 million [27]. - The threshold for the top 10 products in visits and active users has decreased, indicating a shift in user engagement dynamics [27]. - The emergence of AI agents is diverting traffic from traditional web-based products, with agent products gaining significant traction [33].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the launch of the new AI-powered educational tools by NetEase Youdao, including the Youdao AI Answering Pen Space X, which boasts a 96% accuracy rate in answering questions across nine subjects [1][11]. Group 1: Product Launches - NetEase Youdao introduced the Youdao AI Answering Pen Space X, designed for educational purposes, capable of scanning and answering questions instantly [1][11]. - In addition to the pen, Youdao launched a comprehensive audio-video translation platform and an upgraded Youdao Dictionary, enhancing its AI capabilities [3][7]. Group 2: Technological Innovations - The audio-video translation platform features a multi-modal original sound translation system that can automatically recognize translation scenarios and emotional tags, improving contextual accuracy [5]. - The upgraded Youdao Dictionary includes AI simultaneous interpretation, photo translation, and document translation, with enhanced recognition and translation quality [7]. Group 3: Product Features - The Space X pen has improved scanning interaction capabilities, allowing for quick input of complex questions and providing step-by-step explanations [8][9]. - It includes a 4.4-inch OLED screen, weighs 105 grams, and has a battery capacity of 2350mAh, balancing portability and performance [10]. Group 4: Pricing and Market Position - The Space X pen is priced at 1199 yuan for the standard WiFi version and 1399 yuan for the 4G version, positioning it competitively in the educational technology market [11]. Group 5: AI Model Development - The Youdao Ziyue educational AI model has achieved a level 5 rating from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, indicating its advanced capabilities in translation and tutoring [13]. - The AI application capability levels range from basic Q&A to virtual teacher capabilities, with Youdao's products currently advancing from level 3 to level 4 [13]. Group 6: Future Directions - Youdao plans to continue driving the development of educational AI through technological innovation and open-source initiatives [15].

Core Insights - NetEase Youdao held a product launch event on August 20, introducing several AI products based on the "Ziyue" educational model, including the new AI Q&A pen Space X, a one-stop audio-video translation platform, and an upgraded Youdao Dictionary [1][14] Product Launch and Features - The new AI Q&A pen Space X features significant upgrades in scanning interaction, Q&A explanation, and hardware configuration, aimed at providing a more efficient and intelligent learning experience for students [3][5] - Space X is equipped with a 4.4-inch OLED screen, weighs 105 grams, and has a battery capacity of 2350mAh, with a price of 1199 yuan for the standard WiFi version and 1399 yuan for the 4G version [7] - The upgraded Youdao Dictionary includes a new interface, enhanced translation capabilities, and features like AI simultaneous translation and AI document translation, with improvements in noise resistance and understanding of specialized fields [7][11] AI Technology and Applications - The AI audio-video translation platform supports processing of audio and video in any language, completing the full workflow of "listening, recognizing, translating, and dubbing" [9][11] - The platform can process a 10-minute video in just 3 minutes at a cost that is one-tenth of the industry standard, showcasing significant efficiency and cost-effectiveness [11] - The "Ziyue" educational model has achieved a top rating of level 5 in the trusted AI education model assessment by the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology [11][13] Educational AI Development - The company introduced a grading standard for educational AI applications, indicating a shift from "L3 active learning tutoring" to "L4 virtual teaching," which approaches human-like thinking capabilities [13][14] - The focus remains on high-value scenarios for technological breakthroughs and application implementation, particularly in translation and tutoring [13][14]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the launch of the new AI-powered educational hardware, the Youdao AI Answering Pen Space X, by NetEase Youdao, which aims to enhance learning and tutoring experiences through advanced technology [1][3]. Group 1: Product Launch and Features - The Youdao AI Answering Pen Space X is designed to assist students across all subjects, achieving an impressive accuracy rate of 96% in answering questions [2][3]. - In addition to the pen, Youdao introduced a comprehensive platform for audio and video translation, along with an upgraded Youdao Dictionary [5]. - The pen features enhanced scanning and interaction capabilities, utilizing smart puzzle technology for quick input of complex questions [20][19]. Group 2: AI Capabilities and Standards - Youdao's CEO introduced a grading standard for educational AI applications, indicating that the technology is progressing from L3 active learning tutoring to L4 virtual teaching capabilities, nearing human-like reasoning [6][34]. - The Youdao "Ziyue" educational model has achieved the highest rating of level 5 in AI education model assessment, demonstrating its advanced understanding and reasoning abilities [31][30]. Group 3: Translation and Dictionary Enhancements - The new audio and video translation platform can handle the entire process from listening and recognition to translation and dubbing, significantly improving efficiency and reducing costs for businesses [7][14]. - The upgraded Youdao Dictionary now includes AI simultaneous translation, photo translation, and document translation, with enhanced recognition and translation quality [13][16]. Group 4: Hardware Specifications and Pricing - The Space X pen features a 4.4-inch OLED screen, weighs 105 grams, and has a battery capacity of 2350mAh, balancing portability and performance [27]. - The pricing for the Space X pen is set at 1199 yuan for the standard WiFi version and 1399 yuan for the 4G version [27].

Group 1: AI and Education Sector Developments - The wave of live-streaming e-commerce and short video content has created significant demand for translation services, with the market expected to grow from a hundred billion to a trillion level in the near future [1] - AI is advancing in the education sector, with companies like Youdao moving from "L3 active learning assistance" to "L4 virtual teachers," indicating a near-human level of cognitive ability [1] - Youdao has launched several AI products, including the "Ziyue" education model, AI Q&A pen, and a new audio-video translation platform that offers a comprehensive solution for translation needs [1] Group 2: Financial Performance and Revenue Growth - Youdao's Q2 financial report shows that the online marketing services segment achieved a record revenue of 630 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23.8% [3] - The company's collaboration with gaming companies has driven a more than 50% increase in game advertising revenue, while partnerships with Google have resulted in a threefold increase in related income [3] Group 3: Hardware Market and Future Projections - The education hardware market is expected to reach 34 billion yuan by 2025, with companies leveraging AI capabilities to enhance user interaction and learning efficiency [4] - The hardware market is less susceptible to rapid changes compared to software, as it requires comprehensive solutions to support its implementation [4] - Major education companies are launching various hardware products, indicating a competitive landscape driven by advancements in AI technology [4]