
Alibaba unveils VLA model to bridge fragmented physical tasks
The launch positions Alibaba among a growing number of companies seeking to develop general-purpose AI models capable of operating in physical environments.

The launch positions Alibaba among a growing number of companies seeking to develop general-purpose AI models capable of operating in physical environments.

Open Journey focuses on deploying “robot plus AI brain” systems across high-risk sectors including mining, power generation, oil and gas, petrochemicals, and infrastructure construction.