Core Insights - The "Shanghai Design 100+" global competition and the "Design Innovation City" forum were held on September 26, showcasing Shanghai's design prowess and outlining a vision for an innovative design city [1][3][5] - The event aims to harness global design talent and has received support from UNESCO, positioning itself as a leading platform for design innovation and talent cultivation [5][11] - The competition attracted 2,600 entries from 17 countries and regions, covering various fields such as AI, high-end equipment, green materials, and cultural innovation, with the quality of entries reaching new heights this year [5][11] Design Awards - The "AI Innovation Design Award (Design Tools)" was awarded to the Tongyi Wanshang AIGC generation creation platform and the Hailuo 02 video model, highlighting advancements in AI-driven content creation [8] - The "Cultural Creative Design Award" went to the "盛唐风华·花花唐" jewelry series, showcasing traditional craftsmanship and storytelling through design [8] - The "Green Sustainable Design Award" was given to the Shanghai Greenhouse Garden project, which integrates historical preservation and ecological design [9] Industry Impact - Since becoming a UNESCO "City of Design" in 2010, Shanghai has leveraged the "Shanghai Design 100+" initiative to drive innovation across various industries, including aviation and robotics [11] - The event featured discussions on future mobility solutions, such as the VE25-100 eVTOL product, emphasizing the importance of design in shaping the future of transportation [11] - The forum also highlighted innovative solutions in pet care technology, demonstrating the intersection of design and everyday life [12] Global Outreach - The "Shanghai Design 100+" exhibition will extend its influence internationally, with plans to showcase in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in late October, further enhancing Shanghai's global design impact [12]