湖北迈向中国人工智能新一极 近五年产业复合增长率40%

Group 1 - Hubei is emerging as a focal point for activating various industries through artificial intelligence, with significant developments in AI applications and infrastructure [1][2] - The total computing power in Hubei has surpassed 15,000 PetaFLOPS, expected to exceed 17,000 PetaFLOPS by the end of the year, positioning it as the leader in central China [1] - The AI industry in Hubei has exceeded 110 billion yuan in scale from January to September, with projections to surpass 150 billion yuan for the entire year, maintaining an average annual growth rate of 40% over the past five years [1][6] Group 2 - The "Chudafu" AI cloud consultation service was launched, marking a transition to a fully intelligent medical service system in Hubei, integrating various hospital functionalities [2][3] - Hubei's digital economy development level ranks seventh nationally and first in central China, with the digital economy's contribution to GDP expected to exceed 50% by 2025 [3] - The province has initiated nine key technology projects in AI, investing 320 million yuan to overcome technological bottlenecks and produce innovative products [5][6] Group 3 - Hubei has successfully attracted 12 leading AI companies, with a total of 1,215 AI enterprises as of October 2025, marking a 49% increase from the previous year [6] - The number of high-tech AI enterprises in Hubei has surpassed 800, with 40 listed companies and 120 national-level specialized "little giant" enterprises [6] - The AI industry in Hubei is projected to reach a scale of 350 billion yuan by 2027, supported by the implementation of the "Artificial Intelligence+" action plan [6]