Signing ceremony. Photo Credits: Anichess on X
Anichess announced a partnership with Alibaba Cloud on February 16, 2026 to launch AliBAE, a platform designed to help developers build and monetize digital applications using AI, cloud infrastructure, and blockchain tools.
Good to Know
AliBAE is built around a Memorandum of Understanding between Anichess and Alibaba Cloud that aligns artificial intelligence capabilities with scalable cloud services and blockchain based rewards. Goal is to lower technical barriers so developers and creators can launch software, media driven apps, and digital services without deep coding expertise.
Core of the system is the $CHECK token, designed to streamline development incentives and reward creators who produce functional, high quality applications. Token structure supports a build to earn model that links usage, deployment, and monetization directly to ecosystem participation.
Developers can tap into Alibaba Qwen AI tools to generate applications that combine code, content, and automation workflows. Free AI credits and Go To Market support from Alibaba Group are intended to help teams test, launch, and distribute products globally.
Launch generated strong early attention across social channels, where the announcement gathered more than 32,300 views shortly after release, reflecting interest in platforms that merge AI agent development with Web3 style ownership mechanics.
AliBAE also builds on momentum created by Animoca Minds, extending Anichess involvement in what many describe as the agentic economy, where autonomous AI driven tools collaborate with human creators to produce scalable digital services.
Alibaba Cloud infrastructure underpins the platform to handle real time processing demands and data heavy workloads, a key factor for applications that rely on AI inference, automation, and interactive user environments.
Anichess itself continues to evolve beyond its origins as a blockchain enabled chess experience. Partnerships with Chess.com and Magnus Carlsen introduced competitive elements and visibility within both gaming and esports communities. Recent updates added player versus player modes and customizable themes, strengthening engagement while aligning the brand with broader digital entertainment ecosystems.