Alibaba’s Qwen artificial intelligence models are rapidly gaining traction in Japan, thanks to their open-source framework that fosters customization and swift innovation. A notable example is the Tokyo-based startup ABEJA, which recently introduced its QwQ-32B Reasoning Model on April 17. Built on Qwen’s architecture, this model is hailed for its sophisticated chain-of-thought logical reasoning and has already showcased remarkable performance. This development highlights Qwen’s increasing impact on Japan’s AI scene, as reported by Nikkei.
