Databricks makes Chinese open-source model GLM 5.2 its default coding engine after it matched Opus at lower cost

Databricks has selected the Chinese open-source model GLM 5.2 as its primary engine for coding tasks after internal benchmarking showed it matched the performance of Anthropic’s Opus at a 34% lower cost. The transition signals a shift toward prioritizing cost-efficient, open-source alternatives over proprietary models for enterprise development workflows. This move highlights how companies are increasingly auditing AI infrastructure to optimize performance and reduce reliance on single-provider pricing models.