Group 1: Market Performance - The Hang Seng Tech Index recorded an increase of over 53% in the past year, outperforming the broader Hang Seng Composite Index by 12 percentage points [1] - As of July 18, 2025, the Tech Index has risen by 24% year-to-date, continuing its upward trend after a nearly 19% increase in 2024 [1] - The Tech Index's one-year annualized volatility is approximately 41%, compared to 28% for the Hang Seng Composite Index [1] Group 2: Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) - The total assets under management (AUM) for ETPs tracking the Tech Index reached $26.3 billion as of June 30, 2025, reflecting a nearly 35% increase from the end of 2024 [2] - The cumulative AUM growth from 2021 to 2025 for ETPs tracking the Tech Index is 362% [2] - There are currently 29 ETPs based on the Tech Index listed across 13 different exchanges in the US, Europe, and Asia [2] Group 3: Futures Market - The average daily trading volume (ADV) for Tech Index futures reached approximately 172,000 contracts in the first half of 2025, a 44% increase from 2024 [3] - Since the launch of Tech Index futures in November 2020, the ADV has increased by 97 times, significantly boosting its market share in Hong Kong's overall futures market to 22% [3]

Core Insights - DeepSeek's monthly average downloads significantly dropped from 81.13 million in Q1 2025 to 22.59 million in Q2 2025, a decline of 72.2% [2] - The decline is attributed to user diversion to other applications that have integrated DeepSeek's open-source model, with 59.2% of lost users switching to Baidu App and 38.6% to Doubao App [2] - Major companies like Alibaba, ByteDance, and Baidu have launched cheaper competing APIs, further squeezing DeepSeek's market space [2] Company Overview - DeepSeek, developed by Deep Seek (Hangzhou) Technology Co., is an open-source AI product known for its low cost and high performance, with a training cost of only $6 million using 2048 NVIDIA H800 GPUs [3] - Despite the drop in downloads, DeepSeek's open-source strategy has contributed significantly to the industry's development [3] Industry Context - The AI model cost in China is significantly lower than that of international giants, with DeepSeek-R1's inference cost being about one-thirtieth of OpenAI's operational cost [5] - As of April 2024, approximately 305 large models have been launched in China, with 254 of them having over 1 billion parameters [4] Competitive Landscape - Baidu's Wenxin model 4.5 and X1 have been released, with the former outperforming GPT-4.5 in several tests and having an API call price only 1% of GPT-4.5's [5] - The competitive landscape includes various models such as Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen, ByteDance's Doubao model, and others, each with unique features and pricing strategies [6] Technological Impact - AI technologies represented by DeepSeek are becoming core drivers of industry innovation, enhancing data integration, multi-modal analysis, and complex scenario simulation [7] - The lightweight nature, performance improvements, and rapid cost reductions of large models are accelerating their development and application in new industrialization [9]

Group 1 - DeepSeek's monthly downloads have significantly decreased from 81.11 million in Q1 to 22.59 million, a drop of 72.2% [2] - The usage rate of DeepSeek has fallen from a peak of 7.5% at the beginning of the year to 3% [2] - The decline in DeepSeek's user data has raised concerns about the prospects of domestic AI, especially with the relocation of Manus's headquarters to Singapore [2] Group 2 - The reported decline in DeepSeek's data may not be as severe as it appears, as some technical communities argue that the statistics are based solely on its subscribers and do not include third-party channels [3] - DeepSeek's core philosophy is centered around "open source and openness," indicating that the company does not prioritize user engagement or commercial monetization as its main growth metrics [3] - Despite DeepSeek's challenges, other domestic AI companies like Qwen, Wenxin, Quark, and Kimi continue to perform well in the global AI rankings [3] Group 3 - China's advantages in the AI race include a vast market and diverse application scenarios, providing ample user behavior data and market demand [4] - The decline in DeepSeek's traffic raises industry-wide questions about maintaining technological leadership and achieving sustainable business models in the face of widely replicated model weights [4] Group 4 - The competition in the global AI industry has shifted from a "parameter race" to an "ecosystem race," emphasizing the importance of building an open, collaborative, and sustainable innovation ecosystem [5] - Future success in the AI industry will depend on the ability to create a smooth open collaboration mechanism that allows data, computing power, and algorithms to flow freely within the ecosystem [5] Group 5 - The key to success lies in transforming technology into scene value, commercial value, and social value, which may signal the beginning of China's "second growth curve" in AI [6]

Core Insights - Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a focal point at the 2025 China Internet Conference, with discussions led by Zhou Hongyi, founder of 360, on the current state and future trends of AI agents, emphasizing their role in realizing the potential of large models [1][3] Group 1: Development of AI Agents - Zhou Hongyi highlighted that AI agents represent a new stage in the evolution of large models, where large models act as the brain and AI agents function as the body, executing tasks [1][3] - There are two main development models for AI agents: one is direct development by large model vendors like OpenAI with ChatGPT Agent, and the other is development by application companies based on existing large models, such as Manus [3] Group 2: Challenges in the Domestic Market - The development of AI agents in China faces challenges, including high operational costs and a lack of established user payment habits, which complicates the commercial viability of AI agents [3] - Manus has recently shifted focus from the domestic market to overseas markets, partly due to these challenges [3] Group 3: Market Potential and Future Outlook - Zhou expressed confidence in the development of AI agents in China, citing abundant application scenarios and significant market demand as key growth drivers [3] - The future enterprise market is expected to favor specialized AI agents tailored to meet the needs of various industries and business sectors [3] Group 4: Contributions of DeepSeek - Despite a decline in website traffic, DeepSeek's contributions to China's large model industry are significant, as it has facilitated open-source collaboration and reduced redundant efforts in model development [4] - Companies, including 360, are utilizing DeepSeek models to develop AI agents, showcasing its impact on the industry [4] Group 5: Opportunities in Domestic Chip Development - Zhou noted that while domestic chips still lag behind international giants like NVIDIA, there is potential for improvement in inference chips, which could help close the gap [4] - Continuous application and improvement are essential for advancing domestic chip development in the AI sector [4] Group 6: Personal Engagement with AI - Zhou is actively embracing changes in the AI era by leveraging live streaming and short videos to enhance personal branding and promote 360's products [4] - Plans are in place to create several AI agents to improve work efficiency [4]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes that intelligent agents represent a new evolutionary stage for large models, acting as a complement rather than a replacement [2][6][11] - The industry is currently divided into two main models for intelligent agents: one where large model vendors develop them, and another where application companies build on existing large models [2][8] - The domestic market faces challenges in monetizing intelligent agents due to high operational costs and a lack of established payment habits among users [8][19] Group 2 - Intelligent agents are expected to replace many low-level jobs, transforming employees into roles that define and manage these agents [14][16] - The future of intelligent agents is seen as a significant opportunity across various industries, with the potential to automate complex tasks and reduce reliance on human labor [14][16] - The concept of general intelligent agents is viewed skeptically, with a stronger belief in the rise of specialized intelligent agents tailored to specific industries [11][12][13] Group 3 - DeepSeek has contributed to the Chinese large model industry by eliminating redundant models and promoting an open-source ecosystem [18][19] - The decline in DeepSeek's traffic is acknowledged, but its foundational models continue to support many companies in the intelligent agent space [17][18] - The domestic chip industry is seen as having the potential to catch up with international competitors like NVIDIA, particularly in inference capabilities [19][20]

Core Insights - Jinmeixin Consumer Finance has successfully deployed the DeepSeek large model, marking a new phase in the company's digital transformation and intelligent upgrade [1][2] - The integration of generative AI technology enhances operational efficiency and business processing capabilities, contributing to the high-quality development of inclusive finance [1][2] Group 1: Digital Transformation and AI Integration - The DeepSeek model features lightweight deployment and high-performance inference, helping Jinmeixin build a specialized intelligent knowledge base covering consumer finance knowledge and regulatory policies [2] - The system utilizes natural language processing and deep semantic matching technology to extract key information from vast data sources, enabling precise retrieval and intelligent Q&A with millisecond response times [2] - Jinmeixin aims to deepen the application of AI in core business scenarios, including automated analysis of applicant credit data and behavior profiles, enhancing risk prevention systems [2] Group 2: Future Strategic Plans - The company plans to leverage AI-driven intelligent approval engines for personalized loan recommendations and smart matching of loan amounts, reducing approval times and improving user experience [2] - Jinmeixin will also strengthen AI applications in regulatory policy interpretation, compliance monitoring, and fraud prevention, reinforcing financial security [2][3] Group 3: Commitment to Innovation - In the context of the digital economy, Jinmeixin is committed to exploring the integration of consumer finance with cutting-edge technologies, aiming to provide high-quality, convenient, and trustworthy financial services [3] - The company seeks to build an open, secure, and efficient smart financial ecosystem, contributing to the high-quality development of the real economy [3]

Core Viewpoint - DeepSeek's decline in traffic is attributed to its focus on AGI and large model technology development rather than consumer app engagement, as stated by Zhou Hongyi, founder of 360 Group [1][2] Group 1: DeepSeek's Current Status - DeepSeek's website traffic has decreased due to a lack of investment in consumer-facing applications, despite high usage of its large models on third-party cloud services [1] - Zhou Hongyi emphasized that DeepSeek provides essential foundational models for many companies, likening it to supplying "weapons" for the industry [1] Group 2: Contributions to the Industry - DeepSeek has played a significant role in the Chinese large model industry by eliminating the "hundred model war," thus preventing resource waste and promoting the development of agents, which are crucial for the application of large models [2] - The company has demonstrated the value of an open-source approach in China, which not only benefits domestic industry growth but may also create an ecological advantage over the monopolistic and closed paths of the U.S. [2] Group 3: Future Outlook - There is uncertainty regarding the release of DeepSeek R2 in the second half of the year, with observations that competitors have improved their capabilities during DeepSeek's recent inactivity [1]

Group 1 - The first International Low Altitude Economy Expo opened in Shanghai, showcasing the eVTOL aircraft Skylar (VE25-100) by Volant Aviation, which signed a tripartite cooperation agreement with Pan-Pacific Co., Ltd. (Thailand) and China Aviation Technology International Engineering Co., Ltd. [1] - Pan-Pacific has placed an order for 500 units of the Skylar eVTOL, amounting to $1.75 billion, marking the largest procurement order in China's eVTOL industry to date [1]. - Autocraft from the UAE signed a procurement agreement for 350 units of the E20 eVTOL from Times Technology, with an order value of $1 billion [1]. Group 2 - The influx of overseas orders is seen as a significant boost for the domestic low-altitude economy sector, similar to the previous surge of large overseas orders in the innovative pharmaceutical industry, potentially prompting market funds to reassess development opportunities in the sector [1]. - In a recent meeting, Funeng Technology revealed that Times Technology is a key client, to which it exclusively supplies the second-generation semi-solid eVTOL batteries for the E20 model [1]. Group 3 - Volant Aviation has established collaborations with several A-share companies, including a cooperation agreement with Langjin Technology for the design and development of the VE25 eVTOL's environmental control system [3]. - The partnership with Langjin Technology leverages its advanced technology in variable frequency energy saving and thermal management, aiming to create a comprehensive thermal management system suitable for aircraft [3]. - Volant Aviation also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Hite High-tech, focusing on eVTOL flight simulator development, personnel training, and maintenance services, which is crucial for timely commercial operation [3]. Group 4 - Volant Aviation has secured numerous intention orders this year, including a strategic cooperation agreement with Bank of China Financial Leasing for the procurement of 100 units of the VE25 eVTOL [4]. - The VE25-100 eVTOL is Volant's flagship product, with nearly 1,000 intention orders received, amounting to a total order value in the hundreds of millions [4].

Core Insights - DeepSeek's user engagement and website traffic have declined according to third-party data, indicating potential challenges in its consumer-facing application strategy [1] - Zhou Hongyi, founder of 360 Group, commented that Liang Wenfeng is not seriously focused on developing a consumer app, emphasizing that DeepSeek's website experienced slow performance during traffic spikes, which was not a priority for him [1] - Despite the decline in DeepSeek's website traffic, many third-party cloud services continue to utilize DeepSeek's large models, maintaining high usage rates [1] - DeepSeek's technology is widely adopted across various companies in China, including 360's intelligent base model, positioning DeepSeek as a critical provider of AI capabilities [1]

雅下水电站这一世纪工程对市场的影响力可谓石破天惊，尽管看上去不像DeepSeek那么高大上，有人 认为不过又是搞基建。但是，外国除了羡慕嫉妒还有啥，因为这个工程放眼世界，还真没有哪个国家能 拿下。其复杂程度举世罕见，何尝不是高科技及综合实力的展现？资本是能看懂的，今天两地市场再度 上涨就表明了态度，恒指今天再度涨0.54%。 【解剖大盘】 日本央行据悉下周可能维持基准利率不变，日本央行认为选举对利率立场影响不大。日本央行将在加息 前观察贸易谈判的影响。昨天也分析过了，加上今天日本央行的表态，这个雷算是解除了。 高层继续派发"定心丸"，国务院新闻办公室今日下午3时举行新闻发布会，请国家外汇管理局副局长、 新闻发言人李斌介绍2025年上半年外汇收支数据情况，李斌表示：当前市场对人民币没有明显的升值或 贬值预期，外汇市场交易理性有序，人民币汇率有条件在合理均衡水平上保持基本稳定；1—5月股权性 质来华直接投资净流入同比增长16%；上半年外资净增持境内股票和基金101亿美元，扭转了过去两年 总体净减持的态势，尤其是在5、6月份净增持规模增加至188亿美元，显示全球资本配置境内股市的意 愿增强。 据《证券时报》旗下《人 ...