<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">China's AI landscape sees emergence of Zhipu AI as a formidable competitor.Backed by state-owned Huafa Group, Zhipu AI raises significant capital for growth.OpenAI acknowledges Zhipu as a major player in China's AI development strategy.Zhipu AI expands globally, focusing on partnerships and infrastructure development.Concerns rise about Chinese AI influence as Zhipu gains traction internationally.