Key facts
- Alibaba has opened its Qwen AI platform to developers.
- Third-party developers can build AI agents for various devices using the Qwen platform.
- Alibaba is testing paid AI services with a US$30 annual subscription for QwenWork.
Alibaba has launched its Qwen Open Platform, making its AI capabilities accessible to third-party developers. This move aims to foster an ecosystem where developers can create AI agents for a range of devices. In parallel, the company is exploring revenue streams by testing paid AI services, including an annual subscription for QwenWork priced at US$30.