Summary

Baidu, Inc., founded in January 2000 and headquartered in Beijing, China, is a leading internet services and AI technology company. Known originally for its dominant search engine in China, Baidu has expanded into cloud computing, autonomous driving (Apollo), AI chips, smart devices and deep-learning platforms. The company blends consumer-facing internet services with advanced enterprise technologies, serving both everyday users and large-scale enterprise clients. Baidu’s investments in foundational AI models, autonomous driving research and cloud AI infrastructure position it as a key player in China’s tech evolution.