On September 17, Hello made an announcement stating that its Robotaxi business had successfully obtained strategic investment from Alibaba Group. Building on their prior collaborative efforts, the two entities are set to further strengthen their partnership in areas encompassing large intelligent driving models, computing power platforms, and Robotaxi services. Their joint aim is to propel the commercialization and expansive growth of the Robotaxi sector.

Looking ahead, the duo will work hand in hand to develop foundational large models as well as specialized models tailored for vertical domains. These developments will be rooted in the real-world operational scenarios and specific requirements of Robotaxi services. Moreover, they will delve into pioneering applications within the realm of autonomous driving, exploring cutting-edge directions. Alibaba Cloud will team up with Hello in the realm of technological research and development. This collaboration will offer robust support for algorithm refinement, user experience enhancement, and the augmentation of operational efficiency for Hello Robotaxi.