The source provides a detailed overview of the current state and rapid development of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) industry in China, emphasizing that AI, particularly machine learning, is a present-day technology akin to advanced statistical analysis like Excel. It argues that while the Japanese market experienced an "AI disillusionment period," this phase merely eliminates low-quality products before entering periods of enlightenment and stable productivity, urging businesses to immediately adopt machine learning as an essential skill. The article identifies three critical factors for AI maturity (scientists, vast data for training, and sustained capital/infrastructure) and explains how China is excelling in all three, notably by using massive numbers of "AI trainers" in large data centers for tasks like image tagging. Finally, the text highlights several practical AI applications in China from 2020-2021, including Baidu’s LinearDesign for vaccine development, the national "health code" for pandemic management, AI-powered voice assistants for the elderly, and the rise of unmanned robotaxis and virtual staff like AI news anchors and bank tellers.