# Cost and Efficiency: The Engineering Behind China's Open-Weight AI Models

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Published: 2026-07-23T16:27:33+00:00
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In this episode, Katherine Forrest and Scott Caravello explore the rise of Chinese open weight AI models, breaking down the innovative engineering techniques behind their efficiency and the significant cost advantages driving their rapid adoption among developers worldwide. ## Learn More About Paul, Weiss’s Artificial Intelligence practice:https://www.paulweiss.com/industries/artificial-intelligence

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