Known For: Chinese military scientist and virologist who led the development of China’s first COVID-19 vaccine Early Life and Education Chen Wei was born in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, China. She developed an early interest in medical sciences, which led her to pursue studies
Known For: Co-founder and CEO of Qihoo 360, a leading Chinese internet security company providing antivirus software, web browsers, and mobile security solutions. Early Life and Education Zhou Hongyi was born in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, China. He graduated from Xi’an Jiaotong University with
Known For: Revolutionizing live-streaming e-commerce in China, particularly in the beauty industry. Early Life and Career Li Jiaqi was born in Yueyang, Hunan Province, China. Initially pursuing a degree in dance at Nanchang University, he left before completing his studies. Li began his
Known For: Founding ByteDance and developing TikTok (Douyin in China) Early Life and Education Zhang Yiming was born in Longyan, Fujian Province, China. His parents, both civil servants, instilled in him a strong work ethic and a passion for learning. In 2001, he
As artificial intelligence adoption accelerates across industries, transparent governance of AI systems has become a critical focus for regulators, companies, and technology developers. Modular finance tools are emerging as key enablers of accountability, traceability, and standardized reporting in AI deployment. By integrating automated
Beijing’s Digital Innovation Index has reached a record high in 2025, reflecting the city’s rapid advancement in technology adoption, research development, and digital infrastructure. The index, published by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Statistics, evaluates the city’s performance across areas including artificial intelligence,
Chinese universities have emerged as global leaders in robotics patents, reflecting the country’s growing dominance in high-tech innovation. Institutions such as Tsinghua University, Zhejiang University, and Harbin Institute of Technology have filed thousands of patents in areas including industrial automation, AI-integrated robotics, and
After a two-year hiatus, China and the European Union have resumed their high-level technology dialogue, signaling renewed collaboration and engagement in the fields of innovation, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies. The dialogue aims to strengthen cooperation on artificial intelligence, semiconductors, green technology, and
China is increasingly exploring modular finance models as part of its evolving fintech landscape, providing flexible, scalable, and efficient financial solutions for enterprises and consumers. These models allow financial services to be integrated modularly into existing systems, enabling faster deployment, real-time settlement, and
China’s SME sector is increasingly shaped by female entrepreneurs who are driving innovation, job creation, and sustainable growth. However, access to finance remains a critical barrier for many women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Modular digital finance platforms are emerging as a solution,
