Hey tech enthusiasts! 👋 Did you hear the buzz from Beijing? The city's digital economy is on fire! 🔥 In the first half of this year (H1), Beijing's digital sector grew by a whopping 7.8% compared to last year. That's 2.4 percentage points higher than its GDP growth! 😲
So, what's fueling this digital rocket? 🚀 The sector contributed over 60% to the city's economic growth. The information service industry saw a 12.4% jump, and electronic manufacturing skyrocketed by 20.1%! 📈 Talk about leveling up!
But wait, there's more! Beijing is expanding digitalization in everyday life. By the end of June, autonomous driving tests covered over 28 million kilometers. 🚗💨 And if you're feeling under the weather, no worries! The city has 74 internet hospitals and 254 medical institutions offering online diagnosis and treatment. 🏥💻 Health check from your couch? Yes, please!
Innovation is at an all-time high. The number of patents for inventions authorized to major digital enterprises grew by 38% in H1. 💡 Plus, investment in core digital industries shot up by 32.5%. And get this—Beijing has built 122,000 5G base stations, meaning there are 55 5G stations for every 10,000 people! 📶 Fast internet anyone?
Beijing's making serious moves in tech innovation and digital transformation, cementing its spot as a leader in the new economy. 🌐 Keep an eye on this space—it's just the beginning! 👀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
