Global Scans · Alibaba · Weekly Summary

• Looking ahead, Alibaba Cloud envisions a future where large AI models are deeply embedded across devices, functioning much like operating systems with persistent memory, seamless coordination between cloud and edge, and the capacity to continuously evolve. Alizila
• Alibaba announced a partnership with Nvidia, plans for global data centers, and the launch of its largest AI model, Qwen3 - Max, with over one trillion parameters. MarketingProfs
• Alibaba Cloud plans to establish new data centers in Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Dubai, which are scheduled for rollout over the coming year. Verdict
• Alibaba envisions becoming a key partner to companies developing and applying AI to the real world as models evolve and need increasing amounts of computing power. Last Week in ConTech
• Alibaba 09988 expects a higher cloud growth rate over the next few quarters. Morningstar, Inc.
• The crucial tipping point could be if China's largest tech companies, such as Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, throw their formidable resources toward working with Chinese AI chipmakers. Foreign Policy
• As B2B eCommerce accelerates in the U.S. and globally, AI-powered BNPL could become a standard expectation rather than a niche feature, giving Alibaba and its fintech partners a first-mover advantage. CedCommerce Blog
• In collaboration with Alibaba Group, WFP introduced Hunger Map LIVE, an AI-driven global hunger monitoring system that predicts and tracks hunger severity in over 90 countries, aiding in timely and targeted interventions. United Nations
• Alibaba has a diverse range of services, including e-commerce platforms like Taobao and Tmall, which cater to a vast customer base in China and internationally, enhancing its revenue potential. MarketBeat
• Panasonic and Alibaba Cloud will explore opportunities to bring AI-enhanced home solutions to markets beyond China, such as Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Alizila
• On Thursday, Alibaba reported a faster-than-projected 8% rise in sales to 280.2 billion yuan ($38.6 billion) in the December quarter, after cloud services revenue expanded its most on a quarterly basis in about two years. Fortune
• Alibaba announced a new inference chip that will be manufactured in China. Semiconductor Engineering

Last updated: 12 October 2025