China’s Z.ai Pushes the Open Frontier: GLM-4.5 Takes on the World with Speed and Savings

China’s Z.ai launches GLM-4.5, a breakthrough open-source AI model with agentic tech, exceptional efficiency, world-class pricing, and global ambition.
DeepSeek Delays R2 AI Model Launch Amid Chip Shortages and Export Bans

DeepSeek has delayed the release of its R2 AI model, citing chip shortages and export restrictions. The move follows the unexpected success of its R1 model in China.