The 2024 Zhongguancun Forum, held from April 25 to 29 in Beijing, highlighted the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in driving new quality productive forces. Under the theme “Innovating for a Better World,” the forum showcased how AI technologies are set to revolutionize industries and foster high-quality development.
Attendees from academia and industry gathered to discuss the role of AI in promoting both green and digital innovations. The concept of new quality productive forces, introduced by China earlier this year, emphasizes development that aligns with high technology, high efficiency, and high quality, distinguishing it from traditional economic growth models.
Policies unveiled at the forum aim to accelerate the AI industry’s growth, focusing on areas such as computing power, infrastructure, data-driven applications, large AI models, and ecosystem development. Support measures, including innovative approaches like “unveiling the list” and “horse racing,” are expected to stimulate breakthroughs in AI.
Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) emerged as a key topic, with experts highlighting its potential to reshape sectors like healthcare and finance. In healthcare, AIGC can enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve treatments through advanced diagnostics, medicine development, and telemedicine. In finance, AIGC promises to optimize services and strengthen decision-making processes.
The education sector also stands to benefit from AI adoption. AIGC-enabled interactive platforms are poised to create personalized learning experiences, making education more flexible, engaging, and tailored to learners’ needs. This advancement heralds new opportunities for both educators and students.
As AI continues to light up new paths, the 2024 Zhongguancun Forum underscores its pivotal role in shaping the future of industries and driving sustainable development.
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