According to three informed sources—who have requested anonymity to protect their identities [note: the original translation’s anonymity note has been clarified for better readability; "insiders" can still be used if preferred]—Apple has tailored a large language model specifically for the Chinese market. This move represents a notable shift in Apple’s AI strategy within China. Previously, the company had intended to rely mainly on third-party models to power its local AI capabilities. Reports indicate that this model was developed through a partnership between Apple and Alibaba, with training fully supported by the Chinese tech giant.