Green Technology and the Rise of Intelligent Manufacturing

China is entering a transformative phase where green technology and intelligent manufacturing converge to redefine the country’s industrial landscape. As global economies focus on sustainable development, China is accelerating efforts to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency and strengthen eco friendly production systems. Intelligent

China’s New Five-Year Plan Prioritises Tech Self-Reliance Amid U.S. Rivalry

As China approaches the launch of its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), the message from Beijing is unmistakable technological self-reliance has become the defining pillar of national strategy. Amid intensifying geopolitical and economic rivalry with the United States, the new blueprint reaffirms China’s determination

China’s AI Retail Revolution: How Smart Robots Are Redefining the Shopping Experience

China’s retail industry is entering a new era of automation powered by artificial intelligence. Across malls, supermarkets, hotels, and airports, service robots have become central to the consumer experience. They deliver meals, guide shoppers, process payments, and even assist with product recommendations. What

Homegrown Cloud Providers: Alibaba, Tencent, and New Entrants

China’s cloud computing industry has grown rapidly over the past decade, driven by domestic technology giants such as Alibaba and Tencent, alongside a growing number of emerging providers. Cloud computing forms the backbone of digital transformation, enabling businesses, government agencies, and startups to

China’s 5G Infrastructure Expansion and Use Cases

China has emerged as a global leader in 5G deployment, investing heavily in infrastructure, research, and commercial applications. The fifth-generation mobile network offers ultra-fast data transmission, low latency, and massive connectivity, enabling innovations across industries including manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and smart cities. China’s

Emerging Tech Hubs Beyond Shenzhen and Beijing

While Beijing and Shenzhen have long been recognized as China’s primary technology and innovation centers, a growing number of emerging tech hubs are developing in other cities. These secondary hubs, including Chengdu, Hangzhou, Wuhan, and Xi’an, are leveraging local talent, infrastructure, and government

Smart City Initiatives in Tier-2 Chinese Cities

China’s smart city initiatives have traditionally focused on megacities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. However, Tier-2 cities’ urban areas with populations ranging from 1 to 5 million are emerging as important hubs for smart city innovation. These cities are implementing digital infrastructure,

China’s Quantum Computing Race: Global Competitiveness and Challenges

China has rapidly emerged as a global leader in quantum computing, investing heavily in research, infrastructure, and talent development. Quantum computing, which leverages the principles of superposition and entanglement, promises computational capabilities far beyond classical systems. These capabilities could transform industries including finance,

The New Wave of Women Founders in DeepTech

China’s under-30 women entrepreneurs are breaking barriers in AI, biotech, and semiconductors. Breaking the Mold China’s tech ecosystem has often been dominated by male founders, but a new wave of women entrepreneurs many in their 30s and even late 20s is reshaping the