Baidu's Create 2026 conference introduced a new metric for the AI era, "Daily Active Agents" (DAA), proposed by CEO Robin Li to measure the number of AI agents actively working and delivering results, potentially exceeding 10 billion globally. The event showcased Baidu's "self-evolution" theme with new AI agent products like DuMate, which can handle multiple tasks from a single command, and the code-generating agent Miaoda. Baidu also detailed advancements in its AI cloud infrastructure, including support for AI hardware companies and the deployment of domestic Kunlun chips in the financial sector. AI
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IMPACT Baidu's introduction of the DAA metric and advanced AI agents could shift industry focus towards agent productivity and utility.
RANK_REASON The event includes a new industry metric proposal and multiple product launches from a major tech company.