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From chatbots to intelligent toys: How AI is booming in China


Published on 2025-03-11 05:22:35 - BBC
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  • But this was not an AI showroom or laboratory - this robot was living on a coffee table in a Beijing apartment, along with Timmy. The first night it came home, Timmy hugged his little robot friend before heading to bed.

The article from MSN discusses the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) in China, highlighting its integration into various sectors. AI technologies are being utilized in chatbots, intelligent toys, and other consumer products, showcasing China's ambition to lead in AI innovation. The piece mentions how companies like Baidu, Alibaba, and Tencent are investing heavily in AI, with applications ranging from customer service bots to advanced robotics. Additionally, the article touches on the government's role in promoting AI through policies and funding, aiming to make China a global AI powerhouse by 2030. It also addresses concerns about privacy, security, and ethical implications of AI, but emphasizes the potential economic benefits and improvements in quality of life that AI could bring to China.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/from-chatbots-to-intelligent-toys-how-ai-is-booming-in-china/ar-AA1AE77B ]