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Honor Reveals Prototype of AI-Driven ‘Robot Phone’ Ahead of MWC 2025
NEWS, Phones

Honor Reveals Prototype of AI-Driven ‘Robot Phone’ Ahead of MWC 2025

Honor unveiled a prototype for its AI-driven concept device called the Robot Phone at an early showcase during the Honor User Carnival in China. The company had previously hinted at this ambitious project, which is part of their Alpha Plan initiative launched in October. The prototype features a unique gimbal camera system that can be extended and retracted, giving it a distinctive look similar to Apple's iPhone 17 Pro. In promotional materials, the Robot Phone was depicted as an anthropomorphic device with emotions displayed through its motor assembly, resembling themes from Disney animations but with more existential undertones. The prototype currently lacks the Alpha Plan logo seen in earlier promotional assets, possibly due to concerns about similarity to Sony’s recognizable branding. ...
Huawei’s CTO Pioneers AI Revolution at Block
NEWS, Reviews

Huawei’s CTO Pioneers AI Revolution at Block

Huawei's Chief Technology Officer, Dhanji Prasanna, who is also an honoree on the Forbes 2025 CIO Next list, has taken charge of reviving Jack Dorsey’s fintech company, now known as Block. After ChatGPT's launch in late 2023, Dorsey recognized the impending AI revolution and began weekly meetings to strategize Block's future direction. During these discussions, Prasanna saw an opportunity for Block to lead in artificial intelligence despite the initial lack of awareness within the company. His insights led him to draft a memo urging Dorsey to invest heavily in AI technologies, which convinced Dorsey to appoint Prasanna as CTO and relocate him from Sydney. Under Prasanna’s guidance, Block has initiated projects such as Goose, an open-source AI agent software designed for various team tasks....
How Chinese Commercial Banks Are Rapidly Embracing HarmonyOS and What It Means for the Industry
HarmonyOS & Software, NEWS

How Chinese Commercial Banks Are Rapidly Embracing HarmonyOS and What It Means for the Industry

Introduction In recent months, a significant shift has been observed in China's banking sector as more commercial banks are adopting Huawei's HarmonyOS to enhance their mobile applications. This move not only improves user experience but also sends a strong signal about the future of financial services technology. The Rapid Expansion of HarmonyOS Ecosystem Since the release of HarmonyOS 5 last October, the ecosystem has been growing at an unprecedented pace. With the recent launch of HarmonyOS 6, banks and other partners are now exploring new ways to integrate advanced features into their applications. The latest version introduces significant improvements in performance, security, and user interface design, making it a compelling choice for financial institutions looking to enhance their ...
Huawei’s New AI Infrastructure to Revolutionize GPU Utilization at 70% Efficiency
Laptops & PCs, NEWS

Huawei’s New AI Infrastructure to Revolutionize GPU Utilization at 70% Efficiency

Revolutionizing GPU Performance with Huawei’s AI Innovation In a bold move to challenge the dominance of global technology giants, Chinese tech powerhouse Huawei Technologies is set to unveil an innovative AI infrastructure solution that promises to dramatically enhance the performance efficiency of GPUs and NPUs. According to state-owned Shanghai Securities News, this groundbreaking technology aims to boost these chips' utilization rates from the current range of 30-40% to a remarkable 70%, thereby making a significant dent in China’s dependency on foreign chip suppliers like Nvidia. Unified Management and Compatibility Huawei's upcoming AI technology is designed for comprehensive compatibility, allowing it to work seamlessly with both its own Ascend AI chips and rival products such as Nv...
Huawei Unveils Revolutionary AI Tech, Raises Compute Utilization to 70%
Laptops & PCs, NEWS

Huawei Unveils Revolutionary AI Tech, Raises Compute Utilization to 70%

Huawei is set to make a significant impact on the AI industry by unveiling its latest breakthrough technology that promises to dramatically enhance compute-resource utilization. The announcement scheduled for November 21 marks a pivotal moment in Huawei's ongoing commitment to advancing artificial intelligence. Revolutionizing Compute Efficiency The upcoming technology aims to tackle one of the most pressing challenges faced by AI developers: low utilization rates of compute resources such as GPUs and NPUs. Currently, industry standards sit around 30%–40%, but Huawei's innovation is expected to elevate this efficiency to an impressive 70%. This increase in resource effectiveness will provide a significant boost to the performance and cost-efficiency of AI applications across various indust...
Huawei’s openEuler Surpasses 16 Million Installations, Driving Industry Innovation
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Huawei’s openEuler Surpasses 16 Million Installations, Driving Industry Innovation

As the pace of technological advancement continues to accelerate, Huawei has made significant strides in fostering an open-source ecosystem that supports this rapid change. At a recent operating system conference in Beijing, Huawei executive Yang Chaobin revealed exciting developments around its openEuler project, which is expected to see over 16 million installations by year-end. openEuler, now entering its sixth year of existence, has become an indispensable part of the global tech landscape. With support from more than 2,100 organizations and a contributor base exceeding 23,000 individuals, this open-source operating system has quickly grown to be one of the most influential in the industry. Key Contributions The latest milestone for Huawei's openEuler project is its provision of a supe...
Huawei Seeks New AI Patent Rules to Foster Innovation and Ecosystem Growth
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Huawei Seeks New AI Patent Rules to Foster Innovation and Ecosystem Growth

LIVE FROM BEIJING, CHINA: In a forward-looking move at the annual Innovation and Intellectual Property Forum, Alan Fan, head of Huawei's Intellectual Property Rights department, outlined a novel approach to patenting artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Emphasizing the uniqueness of AI compared to traditional telecom standards such as 5G, Fan highlighted that AI requires a distinct strategy for intellectual property protection. Fan stressed during a media roundtable discussion that Huawei's patents on AI technologies are aimed at safeguarding their comprehensive ecosystem rather than merely protecting individual innovations. This philosophy is crucial in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence where collaboration and interoperability among various players can accelera...
Huawei’s Bold Move: $100 Million Investment in GigaAI Puts Them at the Forefront of Physical AI and Autonomous Systems
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Huawei’s Bold Move: $100 Million Investment in GigaAI Puts Them at the Forefront of Physical AI and Autonomous Systems

Huawei has made a significant move in the realm of physical artificial intelligence by investing heavily in GigaAI, a startup that focuses on world-model-based general intelligence. This strategic investment not only underscores Huawei's commitment to advancing embodied intelligence but also positions it as a key player in the development of next-generation autonomous systems. The funding round completed by GigaAI in early November 2025 amounted to a hundred million yuan and was led by Huawei Habo Investment, with Huakong Fund joining forces. This move comes on the heels of an earlier Pre-A+ round secured by GigaVision, part of GigaAI's ecosystem, which brought in several hundred million yuan in August. About GigaAI Founded in 2023, GigaAI is a pioneering startup focusing on world model re...
Huawei’s AI Solution Proves Effective in Saving Chinese White Dolphins
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Huawei’s AI Solution Proves Effective in Saving Chinese White Dolphins

Huawei has announced the early success of its artificial intelligence solution designed to protect the endangered Chinese white dolphin, marking a significant step forward in conservation technology. The initiative leverages Huawei’s advanced computing capabilities and machine learning algorithms to monitor and safeguard these marine mammals. AI Monitoring System The AI monitoring system utilizes sophisticated image recognition and predictive analytics to track the movement patterns of Chinese white dolphins, which are critically endangered due to habitat loss and pollution. By analyzing vast amounts of data in real-time, Huawei’s solution helps conservationists identify potential threats and develop targeted protection strategies. Collaboration with Conservation Groups Huawei has partnere...
Huawei Habo’s Bold Move into Physical AI with GigaAI Investment
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Huawei Habo’s Bold Move into Physical AI with GigaAI Investment

In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to leading-edge technologies, Huawei Habo has invested in GigaAI, China’s pioneering startup focusing on world model research in physical artificial intelligence (AI). This significant investment marks the latest chapter in Huawei's ambitious journey towards becoming a global frontrunner in AI and autonomous systems. Revolutionizing Physical AI GigaAI was founded in 2023 with the vision of advancing general intelligence for the physical world through world-model-driven approaches. The startup has already achieved substantial milestones, including securing a Series A1 funding round worth over 100 million yuan, jointly led by Huawei Habo Investment and Huakong Fund. This investment comes on the heels of several smaller rounds in August, ind...
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