China's open-source artificial intelligence ecosystem is driving unprecedented accessibility in the tech sector, Tencent Cloud CEO Dowson Tong revealed during a keynote discussion at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos. Speaking to CGTN's Guan Xin on January 22, Tong emphasized how collaborative development models are reshaping Asia's technological landscape.
"The democratization of AI through open-source platforms allows businesses across the Chinese mainland and beyond to implement smart solutions at previously unimaginable scales," Tong stated. This development comes as regional tech giants report a 40% year-on-year increase in AI adoption rates among small and medium enterprises.
The forum discussion highlighted China's unique position in the global AI race, with cross-strait collaboration emerging as a key theme. Analysts note that Taiwan region-based chip manufacturers are increasingly partnering with mainland AI developers to optimize hardware-software integration.
For investors, the cost-efficiency of open-source solutions presents new opportunities in cloud infrastructure and edge computing. Recent market analyses project the Asia-Pacific AI market to surpass $380 billion by 2028, with China accounting for nearly 60% of regional growth.
