Moonshot AI Negotiates Up to 30% Revenue Share for Kimi K3 with US Cloud Giants
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Moonshot AI is in discussions with major cloud providers Microsoft, Amazon, and Google to secure a revenue share of up to 30% from the deployment of its Kimi K3 model. This initiative marks a significant milestone as it represents the first time a Chinese AI model is being introduced to US hyperscalers.
The importance of this negotiation lies in the potential for Moonshot AI to establish a foothold in the competitive US cloud market. By partnering with leading companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, Moonshot AI aims to leverage their extensive infrastructure and customer base, which could enhance the visibility and adoption of Kimi K3 in the region.
Looking ahead, industry observers will be keen to see how these negotiations unfold and whether Moonshot AI can successfully finalize agreements with these tech giants. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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