During his Tuesday visit to a Shanghai AI incubator, Chinese President Xi Jinping underscored the vital role of young innovators in shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Inside the incubator's salon (focused on the autonomous evolution of next-generation intelligent agents), Xi engaged in on-the-spot discussions with entrepreneurs, researchers, and developers.
"AI is a nascent industry, and it's also an industry that belongs to young people," Xi declared, calling on Shanghai to lead the way in both AI development and governance. His remarks come at a moment when cities worldwide are vying to become global AI hubs.
The Shanghai incubator brings together startups, academics, and policy thinkers under one roof, fostering collaboration that balances rapid innovation with responsible oversight. For tech entrepreneurs and changemakers alike, Tuesday's salon offered a glimpse of how inclusive dialogue can drive breakthroughs in intelligent agent technologies.
As AI continues to evolve, the next wave of solutions (from smarter virtual assistants to autonomous systems) will likely emerge from youthful creativity and bold visions. Xi's message is a clear invitation: young global talents have a stake in steering AI's trajectory and ensuring its benefits reach all corners of society.
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Chinese President Xi: AI is a young industry – and one for the young
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