China saw 75,000 blockchain firms founded in a year

Group 1 - In 2025, nearly 75,000 new Chinese blockchain startups emerged, bringing the total to just under 290,000, marking the highest growth rate since 2021 [1] - The growth of blockchain startups is largely driven by government initiatives, with special blockchain zones established in various cities to support these ventures [2] - South China accounted for 32.5% of the newly registered blockchain companies, indicating a regional concentration of growth in the sector [3] Group 2 - The blockchain industry in China is projected to nearly double in size by 2027, reaching a total value of $1.4 billion [4] - Chinese firms are increasingly applying blockchain technology across various sectors, including food, supply chain financing, and legal services, with implications for AI expansion as well [5] - Traditional financial institutions in China, such as Huaxia Bank, are utilizing blockchain for digital currency transactions, exemplified by the issuance of over $637 million in bonds to digital yuan investors [5]