A city once known mainly for Alibaba is now shaping China’s next wave of challengers – from AI and robotics to gaming, spatial computing and neurotech – collectively known as the Six Little Dragons. But is this enough to turn Hangzhou into China’s next tech powerhouse?
The ‘why’ behind the headlines
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Hangzhou’s AI ecosystem now spans everything from cutting-edge robotics to experimental apps built by solo founders.
Tech leaders are increasingly paying attention to AI developments in the country.
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