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Hangzhou is doubling down on tech – minus the viral hype

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Hangzhou is pursuing new technological advancements and investments, focusing on practical implementation rather than seeking viral social media attention. While previous technological milestones—such as kickboxing robots and open-source artificial intelligence models from companies like DeepSeek—generated widespread online enthusiasm and global developer interest, the city's current wave of technology initiatives, including the "New Eight Steeds," has received significantly less public fanfare.

The shift represents a more understated approach to regional tech development in Hangzhou. Rather than relying on viral marketing or sensationalized breakthroughs to capture public interest, the city's current strategy emphasizes foundational technological progress and longer-term bets away from the spotlight.

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