Alibaba unveils next-generation qwen4 model, preview access now available

Alibaba has officially announced the upcoming release of its next-generation large language model, Qwen4. This new iteration promises deeper knowledge comprehension, a more three-dimensional world perception, and continuous advancements in coding and agentic capabilities. In the meantime, a preview version of Qwen4-Max is currently available for testing through the Alibaba Token Plan. Users can experience the model with a limited-time offer starting at just 10% of the standard price. Furthermore, several Alibaba products, including Qwen Office, Qoder, the Qwen App, and QwenStudio, have integrated the new model immediately. For context, the personal Lite and Essential tiers of the Alibaba Token Plan are normally priced from 39 Chinese Yuan per month. During the current promotion, new customers can receive an additional 50% discount on top of the limited-time pricing, bringing the cost down to as low as 19.5 Chinese Yuan per month.