Core Insights - The photon industry is at a turning point from "technological catch-up" to "industry leadership" as highlighted by experts at the "Good Hope Science Salon" in Xiamen [1] - The salon focused on the theme "Ultrafast Light: From Laser Pulses to a New Era of the Photon Industry," aiming to promote the integration of cutting-edge academic research, technology transfer, and industrial capital [1] - Ultrafast optical technology is moving from laboratory settings to industrial applications, playing a crucial role in chip manufacturing, medical diagnostics, and national defense detection [1] Group 1 - The rapid development of AI is driving chip technology towards multidimensionality, with femtosecond pulse laser-based nano-printing technology enabling the creation of complex three-dimensional structures [1] - Ultrafast laser technology has achieved significant academic success, and its widespread application in real life is just beginning [1][2] - The evolution of ultrafast optics is supported by foundational theories, with the invention of "chirped pulse amplification" in 1985 being a key milestone recognized by the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics [2] Group 2 - Terahertz technology is gaining attention for its unique advantages in early cancer diagnosis and strategic applications in radar detection [3] - The development of "ultra-strong lasers" is crucial for both fundamental physics research and national security, highlighting their irreplaceable role in high-end manufacturing [3] - The "Good Hope Science Salon" aims to build a dialogue platform for academia, technology, and industry, emphasizing the need for enhanced collaboration between industry, academia, and research [3]