Emerging economies across Africa, Asia, and Latin America are entering a new phase of digital transformation through the creation of the Global South Digital Infrastructure Fund. The initiative, jointly supported by development banks, technology firms, and regional policy institutions, aims to finance broadband
China’s AI cloud market has surpassed $20 billion in annual value, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s digital economy. Companies like Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, and Huawei Cloud have expanded their global footprint, offering scalable AI infrastructure to international clients across Southeast
China’s Belt and Road Initiative is evolving beyond railways and ports into a digital-first strategy that fuses technology, trade, and finance. This new phase, often called the “Digital Silk Road”, emphasizes cloud computing, cross-border payments, AI-driven logistics, and data infrastructure. The transformation reflects
China is leading the world in deploying 5G networks and integrating Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies, creating a new paradigm for manufacturing, logistics, and industrial automation. The combination of ultra-fast, low-latency 5G connectivity with IIoT-enabled devices allows real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and
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,
China’s pursuit of smart cities has positioned the country at the forefront of urban innovation, integrating digital infrastructure, Internet of Things (IoT) technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics to create more efficient, sustainable, and responsive urban environments. Pilot programs in cities such
AI, IoT, and fintech integration drive China’s “digital cities,” reshaping governance and daily life. Building Digital Cities Over the past decade, China has quietly become a global leader in smart cities. From Hangzhou to Shenzhen, entire urban ecosystems are being redesigned with AI-driven
State-backed firms expand submarine cable networks linking Asia, Africa, and Europe. By Dr. Alan Hughes | Telecoms & Space Policy Analyst While attention often focuses on 5G and satellites, undersea cables carry more than 95% of the world’s internet traffic. In 2025, Chinese
