Chinese tech giant Alibaba plans to launch an enterprise-focused AI agent based on its Qwen model as early as this week. The tool, reported by Bloomberg, will help companies manage computers, browsers, and cloud servers while securing sensitive data. It is expected to integrate with platforms including Taobao and Alipay. This initiative highlights Alibaba‘s aggressive push into artificial intelligence, underscored by its pledge last year to invest $53 billion in the sector and CEO Eddie Wu’s focus on artificial general intelligence.
On March 16, 2026, Bloomberg reported that Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is planning a new AI service for businesses. The AI agent, developed by the team behind communication app DingTalk, is based on the company’s flagship Qwen model.
The tool is designed to help enterprises manage their computers, browsers, and cloud servers with artificial intelligence. It will also have features to secure sensitive information, according to sources.
This move underlines Alibaba‘s continued expansion into AI, following its pledge to invest $53 billion in the space last year. Chief Executive Officer Eddie Wu had identified artificial general intelligence as a key company objective.
Earlier in March 2026, the company also introduced a consumer-facing app called OpenClaw for smartphones. The launch of the enterprise AI tool reflects its ambition to expand in both business and consumer AI markets.
