Alibaba's Accio Reaches 1 Million Users, Adds New AI Features

Alibaba's AI-driven business-to-business (B2B) search engine, Accio, has surpassed 1 million users within five months of its launch, announced in a press release. To further support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in global trade, Alibaba has introduced two new features: Business Research and Deep Search.

Accio is designed to simplify global trade for SMEs by leveraging Alibaba's foundational technologies, including the Qwen large language model. The Business Research feature automates market analysis, providing real-time reports on consumer demand, pricing trends, and competitive landscapes. This allows SMEs to quickly identify high-potential niches and generate business plans with cost estimates and supplier recommendations.

The Deep Search feature addresses the complexities of global sourcing by refining searches based on technical specifications, certifications, or budget constraints. It also vets suppliers for compliance and reliability, offering AI-curated shortlists in minutes. These enhancements aim to empower SMEs to integrate AI functionalities into their workflows efficiently.