🎉 Guess who's turning 30? China's internet industry! 🥳 From baby steps to a digital powerhouse, the journey's been nothing short of epic! 🚀
On Tuesday, at the 2024 China Internet Conference in Beijing, Shang Bing, president of the China Internet Association, announced that China's internet is in its \\"golden age\\". 🌟 And honestly, we couldn't agree more!
Over the past three decades, China has leaped from dial-up tones 📞 to blazing-fast 5G networks. Fixed broadband penetration is at a whopping 110.2%—yep, that's more subscriptions than households, thanks to everyone wanting their own slice of the online pie! 🥧
Speaking of 5G, over 90% of China's counties are now covered. So whether you're in the buzzing city of Shanghai or a remote village, lightning-fast internet is just a tap away. 📱⚡
With nearly 1.1 billion people online—that's three out of every four residents—China's digital community is massive. Imagine the memes! 😆
But it's not just about being connected. The internet boom has ignited advancements in AI (bring on the smart gadgets! 🤖), advanced semiconductor chips, and they're already diving into 6G research. The future is NOW! 🔮
Life's gotten a whole lot cooler too. Online shopping sprees 🛍️, ordering food with a click 🍜, catching a ride in minutes 🚕, and even working from anywhere (hello, beach office! 🏖️). The internet's made living easier and way more fun.
\\"The world is witnessing unprecedented technological advancements,\\" Shang Bing shared. \\"Emerging information technologies like AI are reshaping both the digital and physical worlds. The future of the internet industry is undeniably bright, poised for even greater influence.\\" 💡
So, here's to 30 years of digital magic and to the exciting adventures ahead! Cheers to more connections, innovations, and endless possibilities! 🥂🎇
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China's internet industry celebrates 30 years of flourishing
cgtn.com
