Chinese companies have showcased their latest artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities at an industry expo in Shanghai, as the country races to lead the development of cutting-edge technology. More than 500 representatives from China and abroad signed agreements at this year's event. The AI sector in China showed confidence in overcoming restrictions imposed by the West, with companies like SenseTime and Alibaba claiming progress. The sector is bolstered by a growing pool of young talent. Despite OpenAI's ban in China, Microsoft’s Azure China continues to provide AI models, potentially impacting the global AI landscape.