Zhipu AI Global Head Proposes Four-Level Classification Framework for AI Laboratories

Gate News, on March 18, Zhipu AI (Z.ai) Global Director Li Zixuan posted a tiered framework for AI model competitions on the X platform, dividing global AI labs into four categories based on development levels: The first category is “The Disruptors,” referring to labs that not only develop models but also aim to rewrite industry rules and define paradigm shifts; the second category is “The Powerhouses,” referring to labs capable of consistently delivering top benchmark results and serving as reliable “brains” providers; the third category is “The Specialists,” referring to labs that leverage speed, personalization, or vertical domain advantages to become indispensable choices for users in specific scenarios; the fourth category is “The Philanthropists,” referring to labs that seek to find their value through open communities and altruistic attitudes when the first three levels are not achieved. Li Zixuan summarized: “The goal is always to climb upward. If you can’t reinvent the world, aim for top-tier standards; if you can’t beat the benchmarks, refine your unique skills; if you can’t do everything, be the one who gives.”