Stories from Hangzhou · China

China has released the 'Guidelines for the Construction of the Technology Service Industry Standard System (2025 Edition)'.

The 2025 version of the 'Technology Service Industry Standard System Construction Guide' has been officially released.

Four prominent anchors, Mingming, Tianquan, Zhongcan, and Linlin, announced their departures from East Buy via social media on April 25. The anchors cited difficulty adapting to recent company changes and feelings of anxiety and internal friction. They expressed gratitude to founder Yu Minhong in their statements.

The Yuhang District in Hangzhou has received 154,300 tourists since opening its film and television tourism base on January 31. Film tourism is attracting not only professional athletes but also over one hundred thousand tourists who visit with their families. These visitors engage with the race tracks, local culture, and spend on accommodation, food, and experiences. The report notes that Thailand lost in both the Thomas and Uber Cup world championships despite good performance in the Korean season. The national community is pleased with the government's care and support, with ongoing efforts to create opportunities for people, especially the younger generation. Some students received bicycles, which helps them attend school and increases their motivation to study. Multiple regions are experiencing a surge in film tourism, with cinematic themes integrated into travel experiences.

Alibaba officially released its ecosystem-level AI assistant, Qianwen Xiaojiuwo, on Wednesday. The assistant functions as a unified digital persona for the Qianwen AI platform to provide a consistent experience across all Alibaba applications.

The Shangcheng District in Hangzhou has launched a 1 billion yuan special entrepreneurship investment fund to support artificial intelligence startups. This initiative includes 100 million yuan in annual special funds and 20,000 square meters of community workspace to foster AI-driven business models. The move aims to accelerate the transition of tech researchers into independent product creators within the regional ecosystem. These entities include high-skilled professionals such as IT software developers, designers, artists, and financial advisors who deliver results independently. The source noted that while this trend is already established in Hong Kong, it is increasing in mainland China. Many young people in Hangzhou are attempting entrepreneurship, with both successful and failed cases.