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AI Reshapes Creative Industries At Shenzhen Cultural Fair Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming China’s cultural and creative industries, with technology leaders, academics and businesses highlighting both the opportunities and ethical concerns surrounding its growing influence during major events in Shenzhen. AI tools and large-language models became central themes at the 22nd China International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF), which runs through Monday, alongside discussions at the Forum on Building up China’s Cultural Strength. Held in Shenzhen, the events showcased how AI is moving beyond experimentation and becoming deeply embedded in creative workflows, entertainment and professional services. AI Adoption Expands Across Creative…

China has launched its first nationwide comprehensive driver service map, bringing together information on driver rest stations, charging facilities and public services into a single digital platform. The map was jointly released on 21 May by the China Transportation Association and related institutions, according to state broadcaster CCTV News. Designed for China’s millions of taxi and freight drivers, the platform aims to provide one-stop access to essential transport and support services. Five Key Service Sections The driver service map includes five major sections: Driver stations Energy and charging services Convenience services Policy consultation AI assistant support More than 2,100 driver…

China Launches Major AI Robot Base In Hangzhou China on Saturday launched a new national pilot base for embodied AI and robotics applications in Hangzhou, underlining Beijing’s push to turn humanoid robots and AI systems into a major future industry. The new National Pilot Base for Embodied AI Applications features more than 130 robots operating across over 30 real-world scenarios, including catering, retail, industrial inspections, fruit picking and underground operations. The launch comes as China rapidly expands investment in humanoid robots, which Beijing has identified as a strategic technology sector under its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030). China Pushes Real-World AI Applications The…

Chinese researchers have developed and tested a wireless power transmission system capable of sending energy to multiple moving targets at the same time, in what is being seen as a significant step towards future space-based solar power stations. According to a report by the South China Morning Post, the team successfully carried out large-scale ground tests using a 75-metre tower built at Xidian University in Xian. The system reportedly transmitted 1,180 watts of microwave power across about 100 metres while maintaining accurate beam tracking and control. Researchers also tested the technology on a moving drone travelling at roughly 30 kilometres…

China has launched a new wave of anti-desertification projects in its western regions as authorities intensify efforts to protect farmland from worsening land degradation and climate pressures. Last month, the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography began several new programmes focused on sand control, desertification prevention, and reducing wind erosion and soil salinity across Xinjiang. According to Chinese media reports, the projects are aimed at strengthening an ecological barrier designed to shield agricultural land from expanding desert conditions. China’s ‘Great Green Wall’ Expands Xinjiang remains a major testing ground for China’s vast anti-desertification campaign, often referred…

China Turns To AI As Flood Risks Rise Across Southern Provinces Weeks of heavy rainfall have once again placed large parts of southern China on flood alert, with authorities warning that this year’s rainy season could become increasingly dangerous due to overlapping weather systems, saturated soil and growing climate-related risks. Several provinces, including Guangdong and Guizhou, have already activated emergency flood responses after intense downpours triggered concerns over flash floods, landslides and urban waterlogging. Chinese meteorological agencies warned that continued rainfall across already saturated regions is significantly increasing the risk of secondary disasters, particularly in mountainous and low-lying urban areas. Beijing Warns Of Severe Flood…

China Signals Rare Earth Supply Relief After U.S. Concerns China has agreed to address United States concerns over shortages of critical rare earth minerals, according to a White House statement issued after last week’s leaders summit in Beijing. However, the agreement stopped short of calling for the removal of export restrictions that continue to affect key American industries, including aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing. The restrictions were first introduced by Beijing in April 2025 in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs. Since then, China has maintained tight controls on exports of several critical minerals and related processing technologies.…

China Highlights AI Transformation in New Smart Education Report China has outlined its vision for the future of digitally driven learning in a new report focused on how artificial intelligence is reshaping education systems, governance and teaching models. The Chinese Academy of Educational Sciences presented the China Smart Education Development Report (2025–2026) during the closing ceremony of the World Digital Education Conference. Built around the theme “Artificial Intelligence Redefining Education,” the report examines how AI and digital technologies are transforming education in the intelligent era. AI Positioned at Centre of Education Reform The report states that artificial intelligence is playing…

China Launches First Space Artificial Embryo Experiment China has launched what scientists describe as the world’s first experiment to study the development of “artificial embryos” in space, marking a major step in understanding how life may develop under microgravity and cosmic radiation conditions. The experiment travelled aboard the Tianzhou-10 mission, which launched successfully from Wenchang Space Launch Site on Monday. According to the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the mission is designed to investigate how embryo-like structures behave in space using conditions that cannot be fully recreated on Earth. Tianzhou-10 Carries Major Science Payload The Technology and Engineering Center for Space…

China Unveils Hydrogen Fuel Cell Stack With World-Leading Power Density A new hydrogen fuel cell technology developed by the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics under the Chinese Academy of Sciences has passed a scientific and technological achievement appraisal organised by the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF). The technology, named the “High-Specific-Power Cathode-Closed Air-Cooled Stack”, targets small-to-medium power applications. It delivers high power density, strong environmental adaptability, and a long operational lifespan. According to the appraisal committee, the project demonstrates significant innovation and advanced technical specifications. The committee also stated that the stack’s specific power ranks among the highest…