The 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit kicks off today! With a main forum, 24 sub-forums, and a series of exciting events, global industry leaders come together to explore the future of the digital era. Stay tuned for more.

China has completed the first phase of 6G trials, developing more than 300 key technologies, the Ministry of Industry and Information says. A major step in the global race for next-generation wireless communication.

Unitree Robotics went viral at the 8th China International Import Expo! The humanoid robots flawlessly recreated the iconic Pulp Fiction dance, giving visitors a fun and futuristic glimpse of the playful side of robotics. [Video: Xinhua]

China leads the world in 6G patent applications, taking 40.3% of the global total, according to the China Internet Development Report 2025. China is also excels in 5G rollout, AI patents, and computing power as its 6G industry is expected to exceed 1.2 trillion yuan by 2030.

"China is taking the lead in building humanoid robots," Steve Hoffman, angel investor and co-chair of the Global Internet Competition of "Straight to Wuzhen", said during the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit.

JD, GAC Group, and CATL jointly launched a new EV, during which JD provided integrated sales channels and consumer insights. With other tech companies entering the auto industry, China’s NEV market is expected for robust growth.

At a forum during the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, Li Yi, founder of YBC (Beijing) Technology Co, Ltd, emphasized that AI will not replace humans, but instead should push humanity to further develop what truly sets us apart: our cognitive abilities.

AI can provide customized advice for farmers, enabling users to seek agricultural knowhow through chat interfaces on mobile application, said Parmesh Shah, the global lead of Data-driven Digital Agriculture of World Bank during the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit.

XAG Co Ltd, a leading smart agricultural drone maker in China, unveiled new products and their applications at its annual technology conference, aiming to enhance agricultural sustainability by developing a new production model with climate resilience.

Apollo Go, Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing service, has secured key permits in UAE. This marks the first large-scale public operation of Apollo Go’s fully driverless robotaxi service outside of China. In partnership with AutoGo, it plans to expand to hundreds of vehicles by 2026.

At the 8th CIIE, four leading eVTOL developers showcased the growing potential of China’s low-altitude economy. VerTaxi drew crowds with its upgraded M1 and a simulated “flying taxi” journey, showing routes across Shanghai in minutes.

Dejan Jakovljevic, chief information officer of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, said China has made "enormous progress" in agriculture and agricultural digitalization during the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit. [Video: https://t.co/PjObXvdCoD]

Zhang Chaoyang, founder and CEO of Sohu, said at the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit that people need to pay more attention to original and authentic thinking processes. [Video: China Daily]

IMD’s new AI Maturity Index shows China and the US leading global AI development.-China filed over 38,000 generative AI patents from 2014 to 2023. IMD says that China’s strength lies in applying AI across key industries, driving stronger growth.

At the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit, Xiaomi's chief architect said that the company aims to organically integrate AI with its operating system, delivering an intelligent and proactive service experience to users around the world. [Video: https://t.co/PjObXveaeb]

With "AI Vision" technology, home appliances will be smarter, said Du Yongjie, technical director of Haier Three Winged Bird technology ecosystem platform, during the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit. [Video: https://t.co/PjObXveaeb]

Francis Gurry, vice-chair of the WIC and former director-general of @WIPO, highlighted the success of the 2025 Global Youth Leadership Program, urging international efforts to bridge the digital divide at the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit.

At the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit, professor Xia Lie said China’s online literature, dramas and games are gaining increasing global influence. This trend reflects China’s innovation and cultural confidence, with a focus on quality and artistry that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Guan Pingchao, vice president of the Zhejiang Writers’ association, believes AI is redefining creativity. “AI isn’t here to replace writers—it’s a free, efficient, and truly helpful assistant.”

At the 2025 WIC Wuzhen Summit, China Daily reporter met two young entrepreneurs making significant strides in the area of helping to break down barriers for disabled people through technology. Click to see their insights! [Video: https://t.co/PjObXvdCoD]

Rachel Lo, GYLP youth leader at the 2025 World Internet Conference, advocates for ethical AI and global cooperation in building a shared future of digital intelligence. She believes that diverse voices can inspire meaningful change in the way technology connects us.