Core Insights - Haidian District is recognized as a leading area in China's artificial intelligence (AI) sector, with strong research capabilities and active product iteration, inviting global investors to participate in its AI industry [1][3] - The "Shangdi UPSIDE" 2025 AI Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition has expanded its reach, attracting 513 global projects, a 35.71% increase from the previous year, showcasing the growing international influence of the event [3][4] - Haidian has established a robust AI ecosystem with over 1,300 AI companies and 74 registered large models, accounting for over 70% of Beijing's total, indicating a comprehensive AI industry chain [5][6] Group 1 - The competition has introduced new special sessions for Singapore, the Yangtze River Delta, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, enhancing its global innovation network [1][3] - The quality of participating projects has improved significantly, with 62.9% of participants holding master's degrees or higher, and 177 overseas returnees contributing to the talent pool [3][4] - Haidian's geographical advantages are complemented by its strong talent base, housing 14 national key laboratories in AI and over 12,300 AI research experts [4][5] Group 2 - The competition culminated in awards for various innovative projects, including a global intelligent sensor project that won the grand prize, highlighting the event's role in fostering innovation [5][6] - A youth AI creative display event attracted 107 entries, emphasizing the importance of AI education in foundational stages and building a talent pipeline [6][8] - Starting in 2024, the competition will focus on creating a comprehensive support system for project growth, including investment matching, policy support, and talent evaluation [9][10]