Baidu has appointed AI expert Sun Tianxiang as the head of its Basic Model Research Department (BMU). Sun Tianxiang's background aligns with Baidu's strategic focus on foundational models, having previously contributed to MOSS and the MaaS concept. This move follows Baidu's establishment of separate departments for basic and applied model research, with Jia Lei leading the latter. AI
IMPACT Strengthens Baidu's foundational model development capabilities, potentially leading to new AI products and services.
RANK_REASON Hiring of a key AI expert at a major tech company.
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