Technology companies in China are on a race to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) models in industries beyond their own after adopting deep learning. Experts believe that this swift adoption will not only accelerate the digitalization of relevant industries but also establish a system that will further advance AI technology. According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the country’s three major telecom operators have established full contact with open-source large models of deep learning, resulting in the integration of their applications into various scenarios and products. MIIT stated in a release that promoting the widespread use of AI technology is part of the AI Plus Project, aimed at enhancing the provision of applications.
Chinese telecom company China Telecom has leveraged the capabilities of digital human interaction using AI to provide users with smoother experiences. Other companies have also enhanced their digital capabilities by utilizing AI and 5G technologies, such as offering precise positioning services and providing assistance for smart driving navigation during the Spring Festival. Meanwhile, various brokerage firms, including Industrial Securities, Sinolink Securities, and Guoyuan Securities, have also integrated deep learning AI models into their operations. Chief Economist at Shenzhen’s First Seferent Fund, Yang Delong, told the Global Times that the use of large AI models could potentially improve the research efficiency of securities companies and enhance the quality of services for users.
Some automakers have also announced the integration of deep learning AI models into their intelligent systems. Jelly, one of the first automakers to do so, revealed its collaboration with the AR1 model of deep learning. Experts suggest that these rapid adoptions indicate a significant prominence of large AI models, which will not only expedite the digitalization process of various industries but also promote the integration of digital and physical economies. Wang Peng, an Associate Research Fellow at the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, informed the Global Times that large AI models have the capability to process data on a vast scale and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of business operations. These models can also replace human resources in some labor-intensive and repetitive tasks, resulting in cost reduction.
The Chinese government’s 2024 Work Report outlines plans to accelerate research and development of data and AI applications, initiating the AI Plus Project. This initiative aims to rapidly advance the creation of an industrial system that promotes innovation and sets new standards.
