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Chinese Startup Z.ai Introduces New AI Model GLM-4.5

Chinese startup Z.ai has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, GLM-4.5. The company asserts that this new AI model will offer a more cost-effective solution compared to DeepSeek. The introduction of GLM-4.5 showcases how Chinese enterprises are developing advanced AI models at reduced expenses. Formerly known as Zhipu, Z.ai has confirmed that GLM-4.5 operates on "agentic" AI principles. This approach enables the model to automatically break down tasks into sub-tasks for more precise completion, a methodology distinct from existing AI models. In June, Zhipu was flagged by OpenAI in relation to Chinese AI advancements. Additionally, the US government has placed the startup on its restricted entity list, restricting American businesses from conducting transactions with it. GLM-4.5 is also open-source, allowing developers to freely download and utilize it.

What Z.ai Said About Its AI Model GLM-4.5 Being Cheaper Than DeepSeek

In a statement to CNBC, Zhang Peng, the CEO of Z.ai, disclosed that the new GLM-4.5 model operates on eight Nvidia H20 chips. These chips are Nvidia's AI training chips tailored for the Chinese market to comply with US export regulations. Although Nvidia recently received approval to resume shipments to China after a pause, the delivery timeframe remains uncertain. Zhang mentioned that Z.ai currently possesses sufficient computing resources and does not require additional chip purchases at the moment. However, he declined to reveal the training costs of the model, stating that more details would be shared later. Z.ai has priced GLM-4.5 at 11 cents per million input tokens and 28 cents per million output tokens, in contrast to DeepSeek R1's rates of 14 cents and $2.19, respectively. These tokens quantify the data volume processed by AI models. In recent weeks, various Chinese firms have introduced new open-source AI models. Tencent unveiled its HunyuanWorld-1.0 model at the World AI Conference in Shanghai, designed to aid in generating 3D scenes for game development. Following this, Alibaba launched its Qwen3-Coder model, specialized in coding tasks. Earlier this month, Moonshot, supported by Alibaba, introduced Kimi K2, which it claims outperforms OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude in distinct coding tasks. According to the company's website, Kimi K2 is priced at 15 cents per million input tokens and $2.50 per million output tokens. In January, DeepSeek garnered attention from global investors with its AI model, developed despite US chip restrictions, boasting lower training and operational costs than its US counterparts. The company proclaimed that its V3 model was trained for less than $6 million, although some analysts highlighted that this figure reflects only a portion of its total hardware investment, which exceeded $500 million.

Health Screening in Singapore (2026): How Much It Really Costs & Where to Go

We all know how crucial health screenings are—spotting potential health issues early can save you from high medical bills and serious complications down the line. But when it comes to the cost of these screenings in Singapore, things aren’t always straightforward.

Man Loses Leg in 'Phatka Gang' Attack on Moving Train in Kalyan

KALYAN: A 22-year-old farmer from Nashik suffered a partial amputation of his left leg after being hit by the notorious 'Phatka gang' near Kalyan. The incident occurred on Sunday morning while Gaurav Nikam was travelling on the Tapovan Express from Thane to Nashik. According to Kalyan GRP, the incident happened between Shahad and Ambivli railway stations when the train slowed down near Irani Pada. Nikam was on a phone call near the train door when a minor boy from outside struck his hand with a

Allegations of Fraudulent Surrogacy Practices Surface at Hyderabad Fertility Clinic

HYDERABAD: Gopalapuram police have registered five new cases against the head of Srushti Fertility Clinic Dr Athaluri Namratha alias Pachipala Namratha, and others based on complaints lodged by five sets of victims. While in one case a couple alleged that the doctor handed them a baby whose DNA did not match theirs, three other couples accused the clinic of adopting dubious methods. They claimed that they had already paid the money â anywhere from Rs 12.5 lakh to Rs 19 lakh â and even deposited their biological samples when they grew suspicious about the operations of Dr Namratha and her clinic. The frauds occurred between 2019 and 2025. Cops are yet to ascertain details of the fifth case.

Uttarkashi Cloudburst Horror: Flash Floods Sweep Away Village, People Seen Running For Their Lives

DEHRADUN: A man narrowly escaped death after the flash flood swept through Dharali village in Uttarkashi on Tuesday, triggering a massive pile of debris. He was seen crawling out from the rubble, covered in mud and visibly injured, moments after the deadly waters destroyed homes, shops, and roads in seconds. The man's identity and his current condition remained unknown as of Tuesday evening, but widely circulated videos have already hailed him as a hero. Officials have not yet confirmed whether he was later taken to hospital or rescued by disaster response teams.

Health Screening in Singapore (2026): How Much It Really Costs & Where to Go

We all know how crucial health screenings are—spotting potential health issues early can save you from high medical bills and serious complications down the line. But when it comes to the cost of these screenings in Singapore, things aren’t always straightforward.

Man Loses Leg in 'Phatka Gang' Attack on Moving Train in Kalyan

KALYAN: A 22-year-old farmer from Nashik suffered a partial amputation of his left leg after being hit by the notorious 'Phatka gang' near Kalyan. The incident occurred on Sunday morning while Gaurav Nikam was travelling on the Tapovan Express from Thane to Nashik. According to Kalyan GRP, the incident happened between Shahad and Ambivli railway stations when the train slowed down near Irani Pada. Nikam was on a phone call near the train door when a minor boy from outside struck his hand with a

Allegations of Fraudulent Surrogacy Practices Surface at Hyderabad Fertility Clinic

HYDERABAD: Gopalapuram police have registered five new cases against the head of Srushti Fertility Clinic Dr Athaluri Namratha alias Pachipala Namratha, and others based on complaints lodged by five sets of victims. While in one case a couple alleged that the doctor handed them a baby whose DNA did not match theirs, three other couples accused the clinic of adopting dubious methods. They claimed that they had already paid the money â anywhere from Rs 12.5 lakh to Rs 19 lakh â and even deposited their biological samples when they grew suspicious about the operations of Dr Namratha and her clinic. The frauds occurred between 2019 and 2025. Cops are yet to ascertain details of the fifth case.

Uttarkashi Cloudburst Horror: Flash Floods Sweep Away Village, People Seen Running For Their Lives

DEHRADUN: A man narrowly escaped death after the flash flood swept through Dharali village in Uttarkashi on Tuesday, triggering a massive pile of debris. He was seen crawling out from the rubble, covered in mud and visibly injured, moments after the deadly waters destroyed homes, shops, and roads in seconds. The man's identity and his current condition remained unknown as of Tuesday evening, but widely circulated videos have already hailed him as a hero. Officials have not yet confirmed whether he was later taken to hospital or rescued by disaster response teams.

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5 Simple Ways to Detect Spy App on Your Smartphone

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Microsoft Develops AI-Powered 'Self-Defending Software'

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Dealing with Fake Instagram Profiles: Reporting, Preventing, and Staying Safe

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Changes in Tatkal Ticket Booking: Aadhaar Mandatory for IRCTC

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