1.2 Growing Demand for AI Computing Power

In the technological revolution and industrial transformation of the 21st century, artificial intelligence (AI) and computing power have become frontiers of global competition. The rapid development of AI is reshaping the global economic structure, driving the birth of new industries, and transforming traditional ones. As the cornerstone of AI development, computing power's importance is increasingly highlighted, becoming a key indicator of a country's technological strength and economic competitiveness.

• New Engine for Economic Growth

AI technology has become a new engine for economic growth by increasing production efficiency, reducing operational costs, creating new markets, and employment opportunities. The enhancement of computing power accelerates the development of AI technology, enabling widespread application in fields such as machine learning, data analysis, and automation.

• Accelerator of Technological Innovation

The combination of AI and computing power has propelled the process of technological innovation. From drug discovery to materials science, to space exploration, the application of AI is accelerating the pace of scientific discoveries and technological innovations.

• Driving Force for Industrial Transformation

AI technology is driving the digital transformation of various industries, including industrial, medical, educational, and financial sectors. The improvement of computing power makes AI model training and deployment more efficient, providing industries with powerful data processing and analysis capabilities.

Despite the tremendous opportunities brought by the development of AI and computing power, there are also some challenges:

• Technical Bottlenecks

As the complexity of models increases, the demand for computing power also continues to grow, requiring continuous technological innovation and hardware upgrades.

• Resource Allocation

The uneven distribution of computing power resources may exacerbate the digital divide, necessitating reasonable policies and market mechanisms to optimize resource allocation.