College Application
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Zhang Xuefeng Warns Against Social Media Photo Misuse Targeting Students, Parents
Zhang Xuefeng, a prominent education consultant, denied involvement with a circulated WeChat screenshot inviting parents to connect for college advice. He stated on Weibo he avoids events or photos with self-proclaimed “education experts” specifically to prevent misuse of his image. Zhang warned the screenshot was deceptive and shared an anecdote highlighting how strangers falsely claim connections to mislead parents and students.
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Exploiting Information Asymmetry: Profiteering from Quark Volunteer Reports on Secondhand Platforms
Unscrupulous vendors are exploiting anxiety surrounding college applications by repackaging free AI-generated reports from Quake as premium services. These vendors charge hundreds of dollars for reports that Quake offers free of charge. Quake’s AI, which provides comprehensive college application guidance, has seen over 3 million reports generated, leading to long wait times due to high demand. The report generation utilizes a large language model with search, report generation, and recommendation capabilities, simulating college counselor insights.
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Quark Launches Industry-First “College Entrance Examination Application” Large Language Model for Free, Featuring Zhang Xuefeng’s Column
Alibaba-backed Quark has launched an AI model to assist students with college applications. The tool features comprehensive exam search, application report generation, and intelligent college selection. It provides personalized advice, generates detailed reports with strategic suggestions, and recommends application plans. Quark has significantly increased its computing power to support free access to this service, including a specialized knowledge base and live expert broadcasts.
