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March 4, 2026
Local Qwen Saves $10 vs Cloud Claude
User built a pet project using Qwen3.5 35B A3B (Q2_K_XL/Q4_K_M) locally in Claude Code, handling complex tasks like tool use and subagents effectively. A 2-minute session consumed 2M tokens, equivalent to $10.85 on Claude Sonnet 4.6, costing only electricity. Highlights uncertainty around future Qwen open-source models.
Lingge Energy Bags Angel Funding
Lingge Energy secured tens of millions RMB in angel funding from Skycraft Ventures. Funds will boost core tech R&D, product lineup expansion, scaled production, and global channels. The firm specializes in balcony energy storage integrating LFP batteries, smart inverters, and AI energy algorithms as part of MOVA ecosystem.
Qualcomm Packs 2B AI Params in Brooch
Qualcomm launched the Snapdragon Wearable Platform Supreme Edition, fitting 2 billion AI parameters into a brooch-sized device. This release completes the final puzzle piece in Qualcomm's personal AI ecosystem for wearables. It enables powerful on-device AI processing in compact form factors.
ZTE Launches Pet-Style AI iMoochi at MWC 2026
ZTE debuted iMoochi, a pet-style AI companion device, at MWC 2026 to expand its AI hardware lineup. Designed for all ages, it simulates lifelike behaviors and adapts interactions based on user engagement. The device is available in four models and features touch sensors.
Android Circle to Search IDs Scams
Chats and DMs are often flooded with scams. Pixel and Galaxy users can circle suspicious messages with Circle to Search to verify if they are real or spam. This AI-powered trick provides quick scam identification.
Berkeley: GenAI Increases Workload
UC Berkeley researchers report generative AI intensifies work rather than reducing it. Study highlights issues from AI dependency in real-world settings.
Douban Jinjiang IP Sales Signal Trends
Douban Reading sold 13 IPs early 2026, 9 short dramas on romance rivalries and fantasies fitting fast-paced formats. Jinjiang sold 6 with global rights focus amid market caution. Reveals story demand despite AI tools like Seedance 2.0 threatening workflows.
Jieyue Xingchen Open-Sources Step 3.5 Flash
Chinese startup Jieyue Xingchen open-sourced pretrain Base, midtrain weights of Agent base model Step 3.5 Flash, plus Steptron framework. Features sparse MoE with 196B total params activating 11B at inference. Hits 350 TPS on code tasks.
Qwen Surges to Global #3 AI App
Alibaba's Qwen hits 203M MAU, global third after ChatGPT/Doubao with 552% growth. Jack Ma at Yun Valley stresses AI aids education by freeing time for creativity over memorization. Alibaba execs outline AI strategy embracing open-source and integrations.
Flowith Seed Funding for Agentic AI OS
Flowith has raised a multi-million dollar seed round. The funding will build an action-oriented OS. It targets the agentic AI era with autonomous agents.
Lei Jun Boosts Smart Auto in Driving Exams
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun proposed at 2026 Two Sessions to optimize driving tests by raising intelligent auto content weight. Encourages auto makers to extend tests to smart features. Fosters human-machine collaborative safety driving mindset.
vivo X300 Ultra Targets Dynamic Video Era
vivo unveils imaging strategy shifting from static to dynamic video with X300 Ultra, enabling professional video workflows. The phone debuts at MWC 2026 as a 'pocket camera' with top-tier sensors. Future development emphasizes imaging + AI ecosystem.
Geely Warship SUV Winter Tests AI 4WD
Geely Galaxy's first hardcore off-road SUV 'Warship' undergoes Nordic winter testing, eyeing 2026 Beijing Auto Show launch. It boasts GVMC control, AI smart 4WD, and lidar-enabled high-order ADAS. Features include crab mode and point-to-point autonomy.
GPT-5.3 Drops Preachy Tone in AI Clash
Google and OpenAI clashed in a 120-minute battle. GPT-5.3 has shed its 'preachy' feel for more neutral responses. This signals a deeper shift in AI giants' competition toward scenario-specific dominance.
China Mobile's 115Tbps AI Interconnect Router Prototype
China Mobile unveiled the world's first over-100T intelligent computing interconnect router prototype at MWC Barcelona. Featuring Scale-Across GSE-DCI tech, it achieves 115.2Tbps throughput. Marks major breakthrough in cross-AI center networking.
Manifold AI Raises ~$28M PreA for Robot World Models
Manifold AI completed nearly 200M RMB (~$28M) PreA funding led by Huakong Fund and Xi Chuangtou. Focuses on physically realistic world models and embodied AI for robots. First domestic firm landing self-developed world models on robots; founded May 2025.
OpenClaw Launches Weibo in China
OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent project led by an Austrian developer, launched its official Weibo account in China on Tuesday. The move drew immediate support from major domestic AI firms including Zhipu AI, Baidu, Tongyi Qianwen, and Kimi.
XPeng Skips L3 for L4 Autonomy in 1-3 Years
XPeng chairman He Xiaopeng claims second-gen VLA leads industry by 5x, enabling direct jump from L2 to L4 by skipping L3. The company merges intelligent cockpit and driving centers into an AI super agent using world models. Full autonomy predicted within 1-3 years via rapid iterations.
Balcony Storage Firm Bags Tens of Millions Funding
Lingge Energy Tech raised tens of millions in angel funding from Sky Factory Ventures for balcony energy storage R&D and global expansion. Products integrate LFP batteries, inverters, and AI energy algorithms for plug-and-play home use. MOVA LumeGret series launches Q1 2026 in key European channels.
Deep智耀 Secures Another $40M Funding
Deep智耀 completed a $40M new funding round with follow-on from existing investors like DCP Capital. This comes just one month after a $60M raise, totaling $150M in three months. Builds on prior D-round and rapid investor confidence.