On January 16, 2026, Baidu's Wenxin App officially kicked off the internal testing phase for its 'multi - person, multi - Agent group chat' function. This is a groundbreaking moment as it represents the first instance where a domestic AI application has transitioned from being a mere 'one - on - one assistant' to a 'smart member' that can actively take part in human social collaborations.

The newly introduced feature allows users to call upon multiple AI roles within a single group chat. This makes it highly applicable to various interaction scenarios, including those in the workplace, office settings, and family environments. The AI is equipped with the ability to comprehend the context of conversations, accurately recognize users' intentions, and independently decide the most appropriate moment to step in and provide responses.

At present, this feature is in the midst of small - scale testing. It is anticipated that a gradual rollout will commence in late January.