Innovative projects involving novel applications of artificial intelligence (AI) have just been approved to be constructed in Beijing, Tianjin (Binhai New Area), Hangzhou, Guangzhou and Chengdu, as stated in a notice issued by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

Beijing's section of the efforts will take multiple advantages of original & industrial technology, various talents, environmental development, etc., accelerate the pace of  R&D in core algorithms, basic software and hardware, etc., further enhance intelligent infrastructure, and serve as a world leading source of AI innovation.

In addition, the project will focus on key areas such as intelligent manufacturing, intelligent connected vehicles, smart city, and features themed on the Winter Olympics. Moreover, this constructive operation looks to accelerate the development and open up in-depth usage of AI, improve scientific and technological governance, and continue to promote the deep integration of artificial intelligence with the real economy to set the standard as a super metropolis.

Next, relevant departments of the Beijing Municipality will speed up the establishment of an AI industry alliance which will facilitate a number of essential measures for optimal functionality including actively going forward with building a national AI testing center and laboratory,  creating a source for global innovation and a highland for industrial development, so as to build Beijing into an international benchmark for artificial intelligence.

(Note: Content source is from Beijing Municipal Science & Technology Commission.)