Hey tech enthusiasts! Hainan on the Chinese mainland is making BIG waves with its new underwater AI cluster. On February 18 in Lingshui, an upgraded data module—18 meters long and 3.6 meters in diameter—was deployed on the seafloor, merging with existing systems to create a high-speed intelligent computing center.
This underwater marvel uses seawater as a natural cooling source 🌊, saving land, freshwater, and electricity while powering servers that can crunch computations in one second that would normally take a whole year! Contracted with around 10 companies, the center is set to revolutionize AI model training, industrial simulations, game development, and marine research.
Hainan, known for hosting the annual Boao Forum for Asia, has been accelerating its push for AI innovation. Recent breakthroughs include an island-wide AI energy management system that slashed peak loads by 15%, an AI-powered rocket trajectory system at the Wenchang Satellite Launch Center that boosted launch accuracy by 40%, and an AI diagnostic platform in the Boao Lecheng International Medical Zone processing over 12,000 imaging analyses with an impressive 94% accuracy.
Combining sustainability, cutting-edge technology, and a passion for progress, Hainan is showing that innovation can thrive even beneath the waves. With the upcoming Boao Forum for Asia (March 25-28) spotlighting "Strengthening AI Application and Governance for Innovation-Driven Development," there's no doubt that this trend is just getting started. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or just curious about the future of tech, Hainan's story is a must-watch!
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Innovative Hainan: Advancing AI for sustainability and innovation
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