China’s artificial intelligence wearables sector is surging at an extraordinary pace, fueled by the nation’s strong manufacturing foundation, fast commercialization cycle, and rapidly growing demand for smart consumer and enterprise technology. From AI-powered smart glasses to compact workplace assistants and next-generation education devices, intelligent hardware is quickly becoming part of everyday life across China. This accelerating momentum signals a major shift as AI moves beyond software and into physical products that directly shape how people work, learn, and communicate. According to Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, CEO of 01.AI and Chairman of Sinovation Ventures, China’s manufacturing-driven innovation model gives the country a ...

China’s rapidly advancing AI industry is attracting renewed interest from top Asian investors, with major funds rotating more capital toward Chinese hyperscalers and technology leaders. This shift reflects growing confidence in China’s long-term innovation trajectory, strong sector fundamentals, and the expanding economic impact of its AI ecosystem. Kelly Chung, who oversees the Value Partners Asian Income Fund and the Asian Innovation Opportunities Fund, highlighted that several China-based AI and cloud companies remain attractively valued relative to their growth potential. She noted that China’s AI infrastructure investment is still in an early but accelerating stage, creating significant upward room as companies ...

China has taken another major step forward in its journey toward technological leadership, becoming the world’s largest holder of artificial intelligence (AI) patents, accounting for 60 percent of the global total, according to the China Internet Development Report 2025. The report was released by the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies during the 2025 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit. In addition to its AI achievements, China’s 6G patent applications now make up 40.3 percent of the global total, securing the top position worldwide. These milestones highlight the country’s steady progress in deepening its innovation capabilities, strengthening its digital infrastructure, and ...

As the unveiling of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) draws nearer, artificial intelligence stands out as a defining pillar of national development. The challenge ahead is not only about advancing the technology itself but also about ensuring that AI continues to uplift industries, strengthen governance, and enhance people’s livelihoods. Over the past few years, China has witnessed extraordinary progress in AI innovation. From powering remote healthcare accessibility to optimizing urban management systems and enabling intelligent robotics in high-risk industries, AI has become deeply embedded in China’s modernization agenda. These achievements are supported by a strong innovation ecosystem built on three ...

China’s AI ecosystem has entered a new era as Alibaba unveils its roadmap toward artificial general intelligence (AGI) and artificial superintelligence (ASI). At the flagship Alibaba Cloud conference in Hangzhou, a massive screen showcased the words: “Roadmap to Artificial Superintelligence,” signaling a historic milestone for the company and the country’s tech ambitions. Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu shared a vision of AI that goes beyond human-level cognition, describing AGI as the starting point for intelligence capable of continuous self-improvement. Wu highlighted ASI’s potential to revolutionize technology and society, from accelerating medical breakthroughs and discovering cleaner energy sources to opening doors for ...

China’s position as a global leader in artificial intelligence was once again highlighted at the 4th Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, where Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Grigorenko praised China’s achievements and signaled Moscow’s strong interest in AI cooperation. Grigorenko, who also heads the Government Executive Office of Russia, said he came to Hangzhou to witness world-class innovations and learn from leading digital technologies. He emphasized that China is “one of the global leaders in AI,” with advances not only in large language model development but also in the successful application of AI across mature products, services, and industries. ...

China’s international services trade is entering a new growth phase, driven by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. This momentum was on full display at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), where exhibitors highlighted technologies designed to enhance both consumer experiences and industrial efficiency. Among the most eye-catching innovations was a pair of AI-powered smart glasses capable of estimating the calorie content of food in real time. By simply looking at a dish, users can ask the built-in AI assistant for nutritional information and receive personalized dietary recommendations based on their health data. “We’ve ...

Alibaba is set to highlight its artificial intelligence strategy in its upcoming quarterly results, underscoring China’s determination to lead in the next wave of technological innovation. Alongside Tencent and Baidu, the company has invested heavily in developing large language models, embedding them into flagship products, and driving the nation’s AI capabilities forward. Over the past year, Alibaba has emerged as one of the most active players in China’s AI ecosystem, introducing model upgrades and innovations at an impressive pace. Its cloud division, which powers many of these AI applications, is estimated to have generated 31.4 billion yuan ($4.4 billion) in ...

China is entering a new era of digital acceleration, with its intelligent computing power projected to grow by more than 40% in 2025, according to forecasts released at the 2025 China Computing Power Conference. Industry experts say the surge underscores the nation’s determination to build a world-class AI ecosystem and cement its position in the global technology race. AI as the Growth Engine The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence has become the single largest driver of demand for computing power in China. Zhang Xiaorong, director of the Beijing-based Cutting-Edge Technology Research Institute, emphasized that computing power is no longer an ...

Huawei is reportedly preparing to unveil a major breakthrough in AI inference technology that could lessen China’s dependence on advanced High-Bandwidth Memory (HBM) chips, a critical component currently restricted by U.S. export controls. The announcement is expected to take place today at the 2025 Financial AI Inference Application Implementation and Development Forum, according to Economic Daily News citing STAR Market Daily. The development could mark a significant milestone for China’s AI ecosystem, particularly as the industry shifts its focus from maximizing model capabilities to enhancing real-world application value. Inference, the stage where trained AI models process and respond to data, ...