In a rare move, Baidu's founder, Li Yanhong, delivered a speech titled "Embracing Truth and Practicality" at the company's internal quarterly executive meeting. The address systematically examined Baidu's organizational culture and reviewed the company's business successes and setbacks. Li candidly acknowledged that Baidu must narrow its focus, confront challenges head-on, and encouraged executives to engage in both criticism and self-reflection, actively reducing the number of initiatives to concentrate efforts on achieving success. This strategic shift aims to revitalize internal confidence and tackle the hurdles within the realm of AI.