Baidu, China's largest internet search provider, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Qi Lu, Microsoft's former global executive vice president, as its President and Chief Operating Officer.
Lu, an expert in artificial intelligence, will be in charge of products, technology, sales, marketing and operations of one of the main Chinese internet firms, a company statement said.
He will work with the team headed by Baidu Chairman and Group CEO Robin Li, Efe news reported.
The new president of Baidu has over 40 patents registered in the US and has held various directors' posts in Yahoo and Microsoft.
"To achieve our goals, especially in artificial intelligence, which is a key strategic focus for the next decade, we will need to continue attracting the best global talent," said Li, calling Lu an authority on artificial intelligence.
Lu said he was excited to be part of Baidu's visionary artificial intelligence strategy.
--IANS
ksk/mr
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app