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Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3-Flash Tops Global AI Calls; China Leads Usage

Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3-Flash has achieved the top spot in global AI model call volume, according to recent data. This milestone highlights a continued trend of Chinese AI models leading in usage worldwide for an 18th consecutive week. The specific model, also referred to as Ox Alpha, has demonstrated significant adoption and performance. AI

IMPACT Sets a new benchmark for AI model adoption and performance, indicating strong growth in Chinese AI development.

RANK_REASON Frontier lab model release with performance claims. [lever_c_demoted from frontier_release: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3-Flash Tops Global AI Calls; China Leads Usage

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  1. Pandaily TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Pandaily) ·

    Zhipu AI's GLM-5.3-Flash Topped Global AI Calls; China Led Volume for 18th Week

    Zhipu AI confirms anonymous flagship GLM-5.3-Flash (Ox Alpha) jumped to No. 1 on weekly global AI model call volume, as Chinese models led the world for 18 straight weeks.