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Y50 forum discusses innovation and entrepreneurship

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Shanghai is embracing young entrepreneurs and talented professionals as the city ramps up its innovation efforts to drive digitization and smart transformation. The 5th Shanghai Y50 Forum for Innovation and Entrepreneurship recently took place, with a lineup of distinguished guests including Nobel Laureate Randy Schekman, Xiaohongshu’s founder Qu Fang, and film star Hu Ge.

One of the highlights of the forum was a keynote speech by Yang Zhilin, the 33-year-old founder of Moonshot AI, who discussed the latest trends in generative AI. Yang emphasized the importance of a supportive business environment for startups, citing the need for talent, ecosystem, and capital support.

The forum also saw the release of Shanghai’s top 10 innovation cases, covering a range of cutting-edge technologies such as gene research, eVTOL, Beidou navigation, and 5G. These innovations align with the city’s strategic focus on developing AI, biomedicine, and chip industries, which have seen significant growth in recent years.

In addition, a new youth innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem platform was launched at the forum, offering mentorship, legal, and professional services to young innovators and entrepreneurs. The platform aims to provide guidance and support from experienced mentors in various fields, including finance, law, and taxation.

Furthermore, the forum announced the establishment of several Shanghai Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Bases, including Zhangjiang in Pudong New Area and Model Speed Space in Xuhui District. These bases are designed to attract leading AI firms and startups, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and growth in the city.

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