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Core Insights - The World Internet Conference in Wuzhen highlighted Sichuan's advancements in digital economy and technology, showcasing innovations like the "Zero Carbon Space Computing Center" and AI applications in healthcare [1][4][10] - Over the past decade, China's digital economy has grown significantly, projected to exceed 60 trillion yuan by 2025, with Sichuan emerging as a leader in this transformation [2][12] - Sichuan's digital economy is transitioning from "Internet+" to "AI+", with a focus on commercial aerospace and artificial intelligence as key growth areas [7][10] Digital Economy Development - Sichuan's digital economy core industry value added increased from 401.2 billion yuan in 2021 to 535.17 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 8.3% of GDP [12] - The province aims to establish itself as a leading digital economy innovation province, with plans to exceed national averages in digital economy metrics by 2027 [13][14] - The number of AI companies in Sichuan has surpassed 1,300, with the AI industry revenue exceeding 130 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a growth rate of over 25% [11] Technological Innovations - The "Zero Carbon Space Computing Center" developed by Guoxing Aerospace is a significant achievement, with a planned satellite constellation expected to provide a total computing power of 100,000 PFLOPS [9][10] - Sichuan has built 464 internet hospitals and implemented extensive digital infrastructure, including 20.7 million 5G base stations, enhancing healthcare and education accessibility [5][16] - The province is also advancing in cultural heritage digitization, utilizing technologies like VR and AI to enhance public engagement with historical sites [6] Future Goals and Infrastructure - Sichuan's commercial aerospace sector is projected to reach a scale of 50 billion yuan by 2025 and 100 billion yuan by 2030, positioning the province as a national hub for aerospace innovation [10] - The province's data resource system has expanded significantly, with nearly 39 million shareable data resources, facilitating growth in various sectors [15] - By 2027, Sichuan aims to achieve a total computing power of 40 EFLOPS, doubling its current capacity, which will support further technological advancements [16][17]