What I learn from this week's emerging technology class - week eight

 Hey everyone! 


This week, let me tell you what is happening in China, technology-wise. In a word, copy!


Guess what, folks? OpenAI just dropped a bombshell! Starting July 9th, they'll block API traffic from unsupported countries. And yep, that means mainland China and Hong Kong are out. So, if you're using OpenAI's API there, it's time to pack your bags and move to a supported country. 🙄


But hey, don't panic! Chinese big model companies are having a field day with this. Baidu Smart Cloud is all like, "Free migration for everyone!" Alibaba Cloud is shouting about their cheap alternatives; others like Zhipu, Zero One, and Baichuan Intelligence are rolling out special plans. It's like a race to see who can grab the most customers from this mess. So, while OpenAI thinks they're making a big move, local companies are just laughing all the way to the bank. 😂


Hold on to your keyboards, developers! Let's talk about CSDN and GitCode. CSDN is a popular Chinese IT community and network for developers, providing a range of services, including coding tutorials, articles, and forums. One of their platforms, GitCode, is used for hosting code repositories, similar to GitHub.Here's the scoop: GitCode is on a mission to clone open-source projects from GitHub. They're not just copying project data but creating developer profiles. The catch? These profiles don't belong to the actual developers. 🚨


Many developers are already noticing their projects being whisked away to GitCode. But wait, there’s more! CSDN is also replacing all GitHub links in their articles with GitCode links. Given China's internet firewall making GitHub access shaky, this move might seem clever. But for developers, it’s more like a digital hijacking! 😬





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