Nvidia and Microsoft are at the forefront of this transition. At the China Chain Expo, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang forecast that robotic systems would define the next phase of AI, with factories reshaped over the coming decade by AI- and software-powered collaborative robots coordinating production alongside humans. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates added that while AI will automate repetitive work, logical reasoning and strategic thinking will remain uniquely human strengths that should guide future workforce priorities.

Xiaomi is accelerating its in-house semiconductor development. After unveiling its first 3nm flagship SoC, the XRing O1, in 2025, industry sources say the company is now developing its successor, the XRing O2, slated for release as early as the second quarter or third quarter of 2026.

Yulon Finance, a car finance firm of the Yulon Group, held its online earnings call for the second quarter of 2025 on August 20. The company summarized its second-quarter 2025 operating results around three main pillars: risk control optimization, performance stabilization, and new business expansion. Through proactive strategic adjustments, these core areas have not only generated stable revenue but also laid a solid foundation for future growth.

South Korea is set to implement the Basic Act on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the Establishment of the Foundation for Trustworthiness (the AI Basic Act) in January 2026. However, following the bill’s passage, numerous controversies have emerged, particularly regarding the definitions of various concepts and regulated entities. Industry observers emphasize that legislation must focus on promoting industrial development while avoiding imposing excessive obligations and responsibilities on businesses.