From humanoid robots at Osaka Expo to nationwide autonomous driving laws, China’s tech sector is accelerating innovation.
UBTECH’s Walker C robot (center) interacts with visitors at the 2025 Osaka World Expo. Photo: Courtesy of UBTECH.
- Guangdong’s Humanoid Robot Industry Booms with Surging Demand
Companies like UBTECH and RoboSense reported overwhelming visitor traffic to their showrooms, with daily client inquiries tripling. Guangdong’s robot production leads China, accounting for 55% of the national supply chain. - iFlyTek Chairman Advocates Independent AI Ecosystem
Liu Qingfeng of iFlyTek emphasized the urgency of developing China’s self-controlled AI models, warning against over-reliance on foreign tech foundations. This aligns with China’s “AI+” national strategy. - UN Report Highlights China’s Role in $4.8T Global AI Market
A UNCTAD report projected AI’s global market value to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033, with China driving growth in automotive and smart manufacturing sectors. However, it cautioned about widening AI inequality. - Beijing Unveils Public AI Computing Platform Network
Beijing launched a shared computing resource network to provide low-cost AI infrastructure, supporting startups and accelerating applications in healthcare and transportation. - DeepSeek’s Open-Source Models Reshape Global AI Competition
China’s open-source AI model DeepSeek-V3 saw rapid adoption globally, with Indonesian and Russian firms leveraging it for localized solutions. This challenges Western dominance in AI infrastructure. - Humanoid Robot “Kuafu” Enters Mass Production
Leju Robotics revealed orders for 250 units of its full-size humanoid robot “Kuafu” in Q1 2025, deployed in automotive factories for assembly and quality inspection tasks. - AI Governance Guidelines Open for Public Feedback
China’s MIIT released draft standards for AI security, focusing on ethical risk controls and industry-specific compliance frameworks. Public comments are accepted until April 10. - Autonomous Driving Regulations Take Effect Nationwide
Beijing’s Level 3+ autonomous vehicle regulations became enforceable, with GAC and XPeng announcing commercial L3 models for late 2025. This positions China as a leader in smart mobility.
For continuous updates, refer to authoritative sources like Xinhua News and provincial government portals.
Published: April 4, 2025
