新华鲜报 | 互联网普及率超80%！数智生活向“新”向“好”

Group 1: Internet Penetration and Infrastructure - As of December 2025, the number of internet users in China is projected to reach 1.125 billion, with an internet penetration rate of 80.1%, an increase of 9.7 percentage points since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan [2][5] - China has built a leading global information and communication network with 4.838 million 5G base stations, covering over 330 cities, significantly enhancing network service penetration [2][3] - The rural internet penetration rate is 69.5%, and the internet usage rate among individuals aged 60 and above is 53.7%, indicating broader access to digital services [2] Group 2: AI Application and Growth - The user base for generative artificial intelligence is expected to reach 602 million by December 2025, representing a growth of 141.7% compared to the end of 2024 [4] - AI applications are increasingly integrated into key industries such as steel, electricity, and telecommunications, enhancing product development, quality inspection, and customer service [4][3] - AI is becoming a crucial driver for the digital and intelligent transformation of society, with applications ranging from personalized travel planning to agricultural robotics [3] Group 3: Digital Inclusion and Quality of Life - The number of users for online government services is projected to reach 940 million by December 2025, providing efficient services that cover the entire lifecycle of businesses and individuals [5] - Online healthcare services are expected to have 411 million users, with over 200 projects for mutual recognition of medical examination results across cities [5] - The online education user base is anticipated to reach 327 million, with more digital educational resources becoming available through the national smart education public service platform [5]