In a pioneering move, Meituan has launched China’s first drone delivery service in a national key park at Lianhua Hill Park. This innovative service aims to enhance visitor convenience and streamline access to park amenities. The newly established landing site, located in the park’s camping area, allows drones to deliver a variety of products to...
Qinshan Nuclear Power Plant, China’s pioneering nuclear power facility located on the southeastern coast of Haiyan, has set a new standard for safety and environmental protection in the industry. With a total installed capacity of 6.66 million kilowatts across its nine units, the plant generates approximately 52 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This consistent performance...
Shenzhen, China — Leading tech companies, including Tencent, Microsoft, and Amazon, are showcasing cutting-edge AI tools aimed at revolutionizing video game development at ChinaJoy, China’s premier digital entertainment expo in Shanghai. Tencent, the world’s largest video gaming company by revenue, is introducing a comprehensive suite of AI services designed to support the “full life cycle”...
Many high-tech products from Shenzhen will make an appearance during the upcoming Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games and help with the smooth running of the opening ceremony and various events. As the Olympic flame arrived in Paris on the evening of July 14, a dazzling drone and fireworks show lit up the sky. A total...
In a bid to enhance platform integrity, Douyin, China’s counterpart to TikTok, has launched a major crackdown targeting accounts that misuse exaggerated or fabricated identities to mislead users and generate profit. The initiative, announced on Monday, aims to address the growing issue of “we-media” accounts that falsely claim to be high-ranking company executives, renowned experts,...
A group of 15 students from different parts of the world have embarked on an enlightening AI journey in Shenzhen. From understanding essential AI concepts to exploring ethical considerations and gaining hands-on experience with state-of-the-art AI technologies, this summer camp has been an eye-opening experience. The seven-day “Life With AI” Summer Camp, which commenced last...
To cope with the peak electricity consumption in summer, many regions in China have urged government agencies, businesses, and residents to join efforts to conserve energy. Measures include reducing decorative lighting, suspending unnecessary light shows, and promoting the use of energy-efficient appliances. “We call for a united effort from all sectors of society to actively...
A pioneering robot developed by a Shenzhen-based institute recently conducted intelligent inspections of a bridge spanning the Yangtze River in Chongqing. This marks the first time in the world that a robot has climbed to the top of a cable tower along the main cable, as reported by Shenzhen Economic Daily. “Climber,” the robot developed...
The Hong Kong government is set to adopt a locally developed AI tool, similar to ChatGPT, following OpenAI’s decision to further block access to its model in Hong Kong and mainland China. Innovation and Technology Secretary Sun Dong announced on Saturday that the AI application, initially intended for government clerical use, would gradually be made...
US tech firm OpenAI has restricted access to its artificial intelligence (AI) models through its application programming interface (API) service in China since Tuesday. Several Chinese AI developers and users interviewed by the Global Times believe the ban will not significantly impact the domestic industry, as OpenAI’s products were not officially available in China. Instead,...