From Hype to Hands-On: China’s Youth Step Into the AI Era

Across China, a new wave of AI enthusiasm is drawing young people offline and into real-world gatherings. Recent data shows a sharp surge in large-model usage, fueled in part by the once-viral “lobster” AI assistant. At conferences in Beijing, students and aspiring founders crowded venues to keep pace with the trend. They explored exhibition zones, joined competitions in AI-generated content, and experimented with projects. Many sought advice from investors and industry leaders. Even as online hype cools, their commitment signals a deeper shift toward actively engaging and building within the AI era. (Photo /China Youth Daily)

By Wang Xinyuan, Chen Yujia(intern),Li Qiang/China Youth Daily