Core Insights - The industry is expected to experience accelerated development in AI inference driven by DeepSeek, with over a hundred intelligent computing integrated machines already in the market, although challenges in practical applications remain [2][6] - ZTE Corporation outlined its strategic plans in AI, focusing on infrastructure, enterprise business development, and the application of intelligent computing capabilities during the 2025 ZTE China Ecosystem Partner Conference [2] AI Market Growth - According to IDC, the global AI market is projected to exceed $800 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 32% over the next five years [2] - Domestic operators have indicated that computing power investments will maintain growth of over 20% by 2025, with leading internet companies expected to invest over 500 billion yuan in AI over the next three years, indicating significant growth potential for ICT infrastructure [2] ZTE's AI Strategy - ZTE's strategy in AI focuses on three main areas: infrastructure, edge deployment, and application innovation [4] - The company is advancing ICT infrastructure solutions through innovations in 5G-A, 6G, and optical network technologies, integrating heterogeneous computing power with large model technologies [4] - ZTE has introduced a series of intelligent computing servers and energy solutions, along with a self-developed unified cloud management platform for efficient scheduling of heterogeneous computing resources [4] Enterprise Business Development - ZTE's enterprise business, viewed as its "second curve," is driven by the dual forces of digital transformation across industries and domestic policies promoting localization [5] - The company aims for a nearly 60% year-on-year growth in its domestic enterprise business by 2024, with a projected doubling of revenue in the first quarter of 2025 [5] - ZTE is focusing on key sectors such as internet, finance, and energy, leveraging agile models to enhance its market presence [5] AI Application Demand - This year is considered a significant year for AI applications, with over a hundred intelligent computing integrated machines launched, driven by DeepSeek's deployment in various vertical industries [6] - DeepSeek has significantly lowered the barriers to AI application, allowing users to train models using intelligent computing integrated machines [6] - The demand for AI inference capabilities has surged, with DeepSeek's models being comparable to those released by OpenAI, indicating a rapid evolution in AI applications [6] Challenges in AI Implementation - Despite the growth, industry clients face challenges such as severe internet data pollution, difficulties in data sharing, and high costs of data collection [7] - ZTE has upgraded its digital cloud platform to address these challenges, enhancing data management and utilization through digital matrices and intelligent platforms [7] - The upgraded platform aims to bridge the "last mile" in AI implementation, ensuring that AI solutions are effectively integrated into business operations [7]
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