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A honey-colored celadon ceramic bowl from the Wu and Yue kingdoms is being featured in the new Suzhou Museum building. The vessel features a trumpet-shaped mouth, a flat-boned belly, and a ring foot with holes drilled for stability. The design mimics ancient bronze ware and includes raised patterns known as 'chuji' to symbolize strength and prosperity. The object measures 26 centimeters in height and 21 centimeters in diameter. The vessel's design imitates ancient bronze weaponry, specifically the 'chuji' style, which symbolizes national strength and prosperity. The bowl features a ring foot and a smooth surface with various decorative lines. Experts note that vessels with these specific markings are rare, with only about 10 such pieces known to exist worldwide.

The Palace Museum is showcasing several digital cultural heritage achievements at an exhibition in Fuzhou. The display utilizes artificial intelligence and digital technologies to present highlights from the Forbidden City. Featured heritage sites include the Palace Museum, Shanxi, and the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda. The exhibition includes an area for live experiences. Digital versions of the Forbidden City, Shanxi wooden pagodas, and Yungang Grottoes were showcased at a summit in Fuzhou. A digital summit in China features over 400 participating units within a 56,000 square meter core exhibition area. Ding Xuexiang, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech.

The experience zone for the 9th Digital China Construction Summit officially opened today in Fuzhou, Fujian. The zone features digital technology achievements including a new section focused on intelligent computing and driving connectivity. The exhibition includes large-scale models and intelligent computing results. The source reported that the product lineup features a high proportion of high-end items. New devices will feature AI-generated meeting minutes, real-time translation, and intelligent navigation. The summit aims to demonstrate how AI integrates into urban medical, educational, and enterprise digital infrastructures. The event includes demonstrations of AI-powered digital cultural heritage, such as digital recreations of the Palace Museum and Yingxian Wooden Pagoda. Attendees can experience how AI integrates into daily life and work through various interactive exhibits.

The Electronic Design Automation (EDA) industry is entering a period of structural reshaping driven by deep AI integration. AI is being used to build high-precision, rapid surrogate models to accelerate design verification. The industry is evolving from computer-aided design toward AI-enhanced autonomous design. Future competition is expected to focus on the fusion of data, algorithms, computing power, and chips. This transition marks a move from traditional computer-aided design to autonomous design models. EDA software is utilizing data-driven models to optimize flagship modeling and chip design processes.

A new comprehensive platform for robots and intelligent agents has been launched on Fuxing Island in Shanghai. The platform functions as a real-world university for various robots and intelligent agents to test navigation, service, and material delivery capabilities. Several companies from Shenzhen have already deployed humanoid robots and robotic dogs to the island to interact with citizens and perform tasks. The Fuxing Island site covers approximately 1.3 square kilometers in the Yangpu district. The 1.3 square kilometer area in Yangpu District will host humanoids and robotic dogs from various Shenzhen-based companies. These robots will practice navigation, service delivery, and inspection tasks through interaction with residents. High-definition sensors installed across the island provide high-precision spatial data to improve robot efficiency.

Chinese police have installed their first police robot in Renjou, located south of Shanghai. The robot was observed performing tasks in the street, according to a correspondent on the ground. The manufacturer, UbiTech, reported producing 1,079 humanoid robots last year and stated all units were sold. Some experts have raised concerns regarding potential production overcapacity in the industry, though UbiTech spokesperson Michael Tam denied these claims.

In the Chinese computer software sector, 301 companies have disclosed their 2025 annual reports, representing approximately 84% of the industry. This data was reported by CNR Economic Voice.

Yao Ming Kang De reported record revenue and net profit for the first quarter of 2026.

The Beijing Miyun Reservoir Management Office's ecology department is conducting nesting site improvements to enhance ecological functions. The number of bird species observed in the Beijing area has increased from 210 species in 2019 to 242 species last year. Authorities are using artificial intelligence monitoring systems and manual searches to strengthen monitoring. Regular patrols are conducted in bird islands, regulation pools, and reservoir areas to support habitat and breeding. Photographer Bai Zhihai was observed monitoring silver eagles during active morning hours. The Beijing Land Wildlife Registry 2025 edition recorded 527 bird species, an increase of 24 species compared to 2021. The 2025 edition of the Beijing Land-based Wild Animal List includes 527 bird species. The 2025 Beijing Terrestrial Wildlife Directory records 527 bird species in the city.

Heavy machinery, engineering machinery, petrochemicals, coal, and biotechnology sectors led market gains during afternoon trading. The A-share market saw a downward trend on Tuesday. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1.19 percent to close at 4,778 points. The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee held a meeting presided over by General Secretary Xi Jinping to analyze and research the current economic situation and economic work.