Alibaba Group Holding Ltd will host its Hello World product event on April 22, 2026.
The event sparks industry speculation regarding a major expansion into advanced artificial intelligence. Teaser images feature an AI digital human, suggesting a product launch centered on this technology.
The company recently filed a trademark for Qianwen Xiaojiuwo. This trademark covers AI-powered humanoid robots and chatbot software.
Analysts view the move as a transition from dialogue-based models to physical AI interaction. The strategy aims to create a next-generation AI portal.