作者 | 沈流 那一天，英伟达首席执行官黄仁勋还与联想集团董事长杨元庆完成了一场 "炉边谈话"。"第一次见面时，我们才都二十几岁"，黄仁勋说 。 在 英伟达总部，两位都已年过 60、相识已近30年的老友兴奋地讨论了AI技术已让商业世界发生了多么激动人心的改变。他们笃定未来的世界里 每家公司都将使用AI，每个行业都将建立在AI之上，每个国家也都将建设AI基础设施。而两家企业的合作将会覆盖从超级计算机、AI云、AI工 厂、企业AI，一直到机器人AI的所有商业领域。 杨元庆与黄仁勋都有理由足够兴奋 。 30年前，在古早的全球科技浪潮中，两家企业的规模还都小到无关紧要 ； 而 30年过去，英伟达在AI时 代已迅速成长为毫无争议的"全球算力之王"，而联想集团则在全球PC市占率第一的位置上已稳坐了逾十年，服务器营收规模排在前三， 手机 全球市占率排名前十， 成为 "全球计算设备之王"。 被杨元庆称之为 "不可思议"的是，两家企业在过去近30年的合作中，仅仅在过去两年的合作规模就较前面的28年翻了整整5倍。黄仁勋 则 激 进地认为 "没有理由在未来两年不能再翻五倍"。两人最终设定了一个目标：未来三年内，将两家公司的业务 合 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses how Chinese technology companies, particularly Lenovo, are increasingly integrating into global industries, exemplified by Lenovo's partnership with Formula 1 (F1) as a technology collaborator, moving beyond mere brand exposure to deep infrastructure cooperation [3][7][11]. Group 1: Lenovo's Role in F1 - Lenovo has been an official partner of F1 since 2022 and will upgrade to "Global Technology Partner" in 2025, marking it as the first Chinese tech company at this level [3][7]. - Lenovo's hardware, including ThinkStation workstations and ThinkVision displays, plays a crucial role in F1's Media and Technology Center (MTC), supporting high-intensity tasks like image editing and real-time graphics rendering [6][7]. - F1 processes approximately 650TB of data each race weekend, necessitating rapid processing to ensure timely delivery of content to global audiences [6][14]. Group 2: Engineering Collaboration and Challenges - F1's equipment must withstand extreme conditions such as high temperatures and humidity, requiring high reliability and durability [9][10]. - The partnership between Lenovo and F1 is characterized by a collaborative approach to product development, where feedback from F1's technical team directly informs Lenovo's product iterations [10][11]. - The need for immediate usability of equipment upon arrival at race locations emphasizes the importance of structural strength and thermal management in Lenovo's products [9][10]. Group 3: Data Processing and AI Integration - The speed of data processing is critical for enhancing viewer experience, with F1's MTC operating with hundreds of processing cores and terabytes of memory to manage increasing data volumes [14][15]. - The introduction of AI into F1 operations will require advanced computational capabilities and stability from Lenovo's technology [14][15]. - F1 views the Chinese market as a significant growth area, with the return of the Chinese Grand Prix highlighting the potential for increased audience engagement and technological application [15]. Group 4: Globalization of Sports Technology - The collaboration between Lenovo and F1 illustrates a shift in Chinese technology's role from being a visible brand to a foundational player in global sports infrastructure [7][11]. - Chinese companies are contributing to the globalization of sports by providing technology and services that shape the operational frameworks of top-tier events like F1 [15].

Core Insights - Chinese technology companies are increasingly participating in the global operations of top-tier events like Formula 1 (F1), moving from brand exposure to deep infrastructure collaboration [1][4][10] Group 1: Participation of Chinese Technology in F1 - Lenovo has become an official partner of F1 since 2022 and will upgrade to "Global Technology Partner" in 2025, marking a significant milestone as the first Chinese tech company at this level [1][4] - The collaboration between Lenovo and F1 showcases how Chinese technology is integrating into the global industrial chain, emphasizing a shift towards foundational technological contributions [1][4] Group 2: Technical Collaboration and Infrastructure - The F1 Media and Technology Center (MTC) processes data from various race tracks, with Lenovo's hardware playing a crucial role in real-time content production, including workstations and display systems [3][4] - F1's IT Director highlighted the importance of stability and computing power in high-pressure environments, with approximately 650TB of data processed each race weekend [3][9] Group 3: Engineering Challenges and Solutions - F1 equipment must withstand extreme conditions, requiring high reliability and performance standards, which Lenovo addresses through a close product iteration mechanism [6][7] - The collaboration is characterized by a partnership approach rather than a traditional supplier relationship, focusing on joint problem-solving and system construction [7][10] Group 4: Data Processing and AI Integration - The MTC operates with around 150 personnel and utilizes hundreds of processing cores and high-speed storage to manage the growing data demands of each race [9][10] - The introduction of AI in event operations necessitates enhanced computing capabilities, with Lenovo's systems being integral to this evolution [9][10] Group 5: Market Growth and Future Prospects - F1 recognizes China as a significant growth market, especially with the return of the Chinese Grand Prix, indicating a mutual benefit in technology application and audience engagement [10] - The partnership between Chinese tech firms and global events like F1 is reshaping the infrastructure of sports globalization, with ongoing exploration of AI-assisted content production [10]

Core Insights - The Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (GDUFS) has successfully held its first AI Application Innovation Competition, showcasing interdisciplinary creativity among 12 finalist teams [1][2] - This competition marks a significant shift in AI education from theoretical understanding to practical application, particularly in the humanities [1][3] - The collaboration with Lenovo aims to integrate AI into the curriculum, enhancing the educational experience and preparing students for real-world applications [2][4] Group 1: AI Education Transformation - The rapid development of artificial intelligence necessitates a profound transformation in higher education, particularly in humanities disciplines like language and international business [1][3] - GDUFS is among the first universities to respond to this change, recognizing the limitations of traditional knowledge systems in the face of AI advancements [1][2] - The competition serves as a platform for students to transition from learning about AI to actively creating AI solutions [4][9] Group 2: Practical Application and Collaboration - The AI Practical Ability Competition emphasizes real-world problem-solving rather than just algorithmic depth, focusing on the feasibility of AI applications [3][4] - Lenovo provides comprehensive technical support, including hardware and software, to facilitate the development of AI solutions by students [3][6] - The collaboration aims to create a multi-layered AI teaching system that integrates computational power, curriculum, and practical platforms [6][7] Group 3: Infrastructure and Curriculum Development - Lenovo has deployed 606 ThinkStation workstations to provide a unified high-performance computing environment for students [6][7] - A joint AI literacy curriculum has been developed, merging engineering practices with academic frameworks to cover essential AI concepts [7][8] - The AI Force platform serves as a central hub for teaching and competition, enabling a seamless integration of learning, practice, and evaluation [7][8] Group 4: Future of Humanities in AI - GDUFS's approach aims to ensure that humanities students not only understand AI but also possess the skills to create AI applications [9] - The initiative is seen as a model for how humanities education can adapt to the demands of the AI era while maintaining its core values [9][8] - The collaboration between GDUFS and Lenovo is viewed as a pathway for humanities disciplines to evolve and remain relevant in an increasingly technology-driven world [9][8]