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Chinese AI Companies Ditch Open-Source Models for Proprietary Approach

Chinese tech giants are shifting towards proprietary artificial intelligence models, prioritizing revenue generation over open-source availability. This move reflects an industry trend where powerful models are becoming increasingly difficult to host on local hardware.

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