A professor from Peking University, Yao Yang, recently stated that China is at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) development on a global scale. He emphasized that while the country is excelling in various applications of AI, it still lacks a slight edge in the highest tiers of technology. Yao pointed out that in terms of practical applications, China significantly outpaces the rest of the world. This assertion highlights China’s growing influence in the AI sector and the potential for continued advancements in the field.