Qwen-VL (Qwen Large Vision Language Model)

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On August 25, 2023, the Chinese corporation Alibaba introduced two artificial intelligence models - Qwen-VL^[1] (Qwen Large Vision Language Model) and Qwen-VL-Chat, which provide advanced capabilities in terms of image analysis and natural language dialogue.

The released solutions are open source, which means that independent researchers, scientific organizations and companies around the world will be able to use them to create their own AI applications without the need to train their systems. This will save hardware resources, time and money. In addition, the final products will accelerate their entry into the commercial market.

Chinese corporation Alibaba unveils two models of artificial intelligence

The Qwen-VL model can recognize images and text. The algorithm is capable of processing requests related to graphic files, generating responses, image signatures, etc. In turn, the Qwen-VL-Chat model is designed for more complex interaction: it can compare several graphic files, answer a series of questions, and also generate narratives. AI algorithms make it possible to form images based on photographs provided by the user, as well as solve mathematical problems shown in the picture. For example, you can ask artificial intelligence a question about the location of a particular company by uploading a photo of its signs.

The announced AI models, as noted, are designed to improve user interaction by providing more accurate and up-to-date information. At the same time, experts say, there are issues related to ensuring confidentiality. AI algorithms with the ability to visually localize theoretically allow you to determine the location of people captured in photographs: this information can be used for surveillance or for criminal purposes.^[2]

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