China’s AI industry gears up for pivotal launch week as flagship models near debut

China’s artificial intelligence industry is entering a decisive moment as major technology firms prepare to unveil a new wave of flagship models, marking what many insiders see as one of the most competitive weeks for domestic AI development so far this year. With

Why AI Safety Is Emerging as a Core Governance Issue in China’s Tech Strategy

From innovation speed to system reliability Artificial intelligence development in China has entered a phase where speed alone is no longer the primary objective. As AI systems are deployed at scale across finance, healthcare, transportation, and public administration, concerns around safety, reliability, and

Why AI Powered Infrastructure Is Becoming the Backbone of Modern Innovation

AI powered infrastructure is emerging as the core engine behind modern digital transformation. Instead of relying on traditional systems that require manual configuration, companies are moving toward infrastructures that learn, adapt and optimise themselves. This shift allows organisations to handle increasing volumes of

China EU Tech Dialogue Reopens After Two-Year Pause

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’s AI Race: How Baidu, Tencent, and Alibaba Compete for Global Leadership

Artificial intelligence has become the central axis of China’s technology strategy. Since the State Council’s 2017 New Generation AI Development Plan, Beijing has framed AI not only as a growth engine but as a strategic asset. Today, China’s leading firms Baidu, Tencent, and

Hangzhou’s “Six Little Dragons” Gain Spotlight in AI Startups

Hangzhou, already home to Alibaba and Ant Group, is now being recognized for a new wave of innovation known as the “Six Little Dragons.” These are six emerging AI startups that have quickly gained traction in China’s competitive technology ecosystem. Their rise illustrates

Alibaba Plans to Increase AI Spending Beyond $53 Billion

Alibaba has announced plans to expand its artificial intelligence investment to levels exceeding 53 billion US dollars over the coming years. The e-commerce and cloud giant is positioning AI as the cornerstone of its growth strategy, focusing on cloud infrastructure, enterprise adoption, and

Smart Cities 2.0: China’s Urban Tech Experiments

From surveillance grids to green mobility, China’s cities are testbeds for next-generation living. Cities as Laboratories China’s megacities from Shenzhen to Hangzhou have become laboratories for Smart City development. What began as experiments in traffic management and surveillance has evolved into integrated urban