Xiaomi's R&D and capital expenditure in AI are expected to reach around 16 billion yuan this ye

Xiaomi Pours $2.2B Into AI, Launches Major Talent Drive

Xiaomi is going all-in on AI. Founder Lei Jun said the company is pouring roughly $2.2 billion into AI research and capital spending this year.

The focus? Foundation models, embodied AI robots, and on-device AI for phones. He added that the company has made "very significant progress" in these areas.

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Alongside the investment, Xiaomi just launched a major AI talent recruitment initiative. It covers top-tier talent, campus hires, and internships—a one-stop pipeline aimed at bringing in fresh graduates and experienced pros alike.

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