Thomson Reuters built its own AI model on Chinese open-source tech to slash AI costs
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Source: NewsData: AI bubble (EN) · Published 2026-08-25
Summary
Thomson Reuters spent $40 million to build its own AI model, named Thomson, based on an open-source model from Chinese tech giant Alibaba, aiming to reduce AI costs. This move reflects a trend of companies seeking more cost-effective AI solutions.
Bubble analysis
This news shows companies are building their own models to cut AI costs, which could ease bubble concerns as lower costs improve returns on AI investments. However, a single company's cost-cutting move has limited impact on the overall bubble.
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