MiMo Code Goes Paid: Xiaomi's AI Coding Assistant Commercialization Litmus Test

According to industry research data, the global user base for AI coding assistants surpassed 8 million in 2024. GitHub Copilot holds a 62% share of the paid market, with annual revenue exceeding $1 billion. Xiaomi's MiMo Code accumulated over 300,000 registered developers during its free phase (estimated based on public data from the Xiaomi Developer Community), with approximately 50,000 daily active users. Starting July 26 at 18:00, this tool will end its free usage period and shift to a Token Plan subscription model. This move is not just a pricing strategy adjustment; it marks a critical turning point for Xiaomi's AI ecosystem as it transitions from "nurturing users" to "collecting rent."