Baidu and JD.com advance enterprise AI and e-commerce integration

Major Chinese technology firms are advancing AI integration within enterprise and e-commerce workflows. Baidu recently held an AI Day in Shanghai, showcasing the evolution of its Kooko AI enterprise platform. The platform aims to move beyond individual productivity to create 'AI Native' organizations that understand corporate context and historical data. Baidu reported that Kooko has surpassed 10 million overseas users, contributing to a total of over 40 million monthly active users across its AI office platforms.

Simultaneously, JD.com hosted its 2026 Merchant Conference in Beijing, focusing on 'AI-Driven Certain Growth.' The company introduced several AI-powered business tools, including the Jingmai AI Management Center and the AI shopping assistant 'Dongdong.' JD.com reported that its AI design agents have reduced material production costs for merchants by 99%. The company is also deepening ties with hardware manufacturers, such as a three-year, 200 billion yuan partnership with Haier to co-develop AI-powered smart appliances.