What is Doubao 2.0?
Doubao 2.0, developed by ByteDance’s Seed team, marks a significant shift in AI technology, transitioning from basic chatbots to an “Agent era.” Utilized through the Volcano Engine API, this advanced model excels in long-chain reasoning and autonomous task execution, handling complex workflows rather than mere Q&A. Impressively, the Pro version rivals leading global models while offering a 90% cost advantage, priced at about 10% that of Western competitors. This cost reduction allows businesses to scale automated tasks without prohibitive expenses associated with advanced AI. Doubao dominates China’s AI chatbot market with 155 million weekly active users and also saw international success with its overseas variant, “Dola.” Meanwhile, competition is intensifying, particularly from DeepSeek, a startup that has gained traction by utilizing open-source AI. DeepSeek distinguishes itself through its unique response approach, engaging users in the reasoning process for enhanced output understanding.
