OpenAI ban expected to spur domestic Chinese LLM development despite short-term impact: experts

Tuesday marks the first day that China is excluded from OpenAI's API service. Despite the obvious short-term impact on Chinese developers, this move is also expected to encourage Chinese companies to reduce their reliance on OpenAI and transition to domestic models, observers noted. Announced at the end of June, the ban officially took effect on […]

American Gen-Zers embrace, promote friendship with Chinese counterparts

Editor's Note: The youth are the vanguards of our time, showcasing boundless energy and vibrant personalities. Gen-Zers not only represent the makers of the future but also serve as agents of change in the present. With an open mindset and an international outlook, they actively integrate into the currents of globalization, engaging in deep exchanges, […]

AI technologies, tools help Chinese archaeologists restore cultural relics, secure deals in antique trading market

Editor's Note: Big models, robots, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving… In recent years, AI (artificial intelligence) has frequently made headlines around the world as a hot topic of discussion. The emergence of generative AI programs has also created unemployment anxiety. The development of technology has indeed brought challenges in various aspects such as in ethics and […]

US’ trade bullying exposes lack of confidence: Chinese FM

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday sharply criticized the US' latest move to significantly hike tariffs on an array of Chinese goods, including electric vehicles (EVs). He said that the US' relentless crackdown measures amounted to typical bullying, exposed Washington's lack of confidence rather than strength, and will not stop China's development. On the […]

Local governments launch plans for industrial equipment renewal

Governments of nearly 10 Chinese provinces and regions recently issued detailed plans for industrial equipment renewal based on local conditions, further supporting industrial enterprises' capacity upgrade amid increasing demand.   Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region on May 8 released an action plan to promote large-scale renewal of industrial equipment, covering eight sectors including metallurgy, […]

Battery firms urged to step up innovation, reduce output

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Wednesday issued draft rules for the country's lithium-ion battery industry, aiming to guide companies to reduce projects that aim solely to expand production and instead focus on technological innovation. The proposals, which are open for public comment, are conducive to promoting the sound development of China's […]