Zhang Yu

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THE 15th National Games serves as a proving ground for China’s technological ambitions, with the host region of Guangdong deploying over 130 cutting-edge products, from robots to AI-powered stadiums, officials announced yesterday.

At a press conference in Guangzhou, organizers detailed how the Games has evolved into a large-scale showcase for innovations in AI, robotics, and next‑generation communications.

He Jianhui, representing the technology task force for the Games’ Shenzhen division, said the city leveraged its status as a tech hub to integrate these advancements throughout the event.

“We incorporated the latest tech products and innovations into the entire chain and process of hosting the events,” he said.

Technology was woven into every aspect of the Games. For event management, organizers used a central command system built on a “smart city” digital base, employing big data and AI for precise scheduling. That approach was epitomized by the cross-border marathon, where facial recognition, smart wristbands, and timing technology worked together to deliver seamless customs clearance for runners.

Venues were transformed into intelligent spaces. At the Shenzhen Sports Center, a vast network of 5G‑linked sensors can calculate and verify a soccer ball’s trajectory in 0.05 seconds. Wearables and positioning base stations captured athletes’ movements in real time to generate instant performance analytics.

The Games also serves as a high‑profile showcase for breakthrough Chinese products. Kuavo, a humanoid robot, made its global debut as an autonomous torchbearer supported by 5G‑A remote control.

The Happy Theater at OH Bay in Bao’an District, the venue for the closing ceremony scheduled for tomorrow, is backed by a power system capable of millisecond‑level switching to ensure reliability.

The ceremony itself will be a “showground” for future tech, featuring “liquid canvas” displays, glasses‑free 3D, and smart wearables.

Officials emphasized that the aim goes beyond the Games, in which the technologies tested are intended for broader urban application. Digital‑twin systems developed for the Games are being repurposed to manage city infrastructure, traffic, and public safety.