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Alibaba extends free access to Qwen and Wan models, faces user issues

Alibaba's Qwen team is offering extended free access to their Qwen3.8-Max, Qwen3.8-Flash, and Wan3.0 models via gmi_cloudis. They have also increased rate limits for these models and are encouraging users to share their creations for a chance to win prizes. Despite the free access, some users have reported issues with model requests failing. AI

IMPACT Extends access to Alibaba's Qwen and Wan models, encouraging user adoption and showcasing capabilities.

RANK_REASON This is a promotional offer and extension of access to existing models, not a new model release or significant research milestone.

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Alibaba extends free access to Qwen and Wan models, faces user issues

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  1. X — Qwen (Alibaba) TIER_1 English(EN) · Alibaba_Qwen ·

    A week of free access to Qwen3.8-Max, Qwen3.8-Flash, and Wan3.0 on @gmi_cloudis live. Explore what you can build with us now. 🙌

    A week of free access to Qwen3.8-Max, Qwen3.8-Flash, and Wan3.0 on @gmi_cloudis live. Explore what you can build with us now. 🙌