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Alibaba upgrades Qwen3.8-Max with a new 0902 snapshot · TechNode
Alibaba has unveiled the Qwen3.8-Max-0902, an upgraded version of its coding-focused foundation model, Qwen3.8-Max. This new snapshot follows post-training targeting coding and collaborative tasks, enhancing its utility for developers. Notably, the upgrade led to a significant increase in the model's performance, as indicated by its 22-point rise in CodeArena score, securing the top spot on the leaderboard. Users can access the model through Alibaba’s Qwen services and QwenCloud API.
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Published 2 Sept 2026, 08:05 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Qwen3.8-Max-0902 is an upgraded version of Alibaba's foundation model.
- Model post-trained for coding and Cowork-style tasks.
- Achieved a CodeArena score of 1,691, 22 points higher than before.
- Currently ranks first on the CodeArena leaderboard.
- Available through Alibaba’s Qwen services and API channels.
Interesting facts
- The model supports a context window of up to 1 million tokens.
- This upgrade reflects Alibaba's focus on enhancing productivity tools for developers.
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