As demand for computing power accelerates alongside the rise of large-scale and multimodal AI models, China is ramping up efforts to expand its homegrown AI infrastructure.
Intel's decline didn't happen overnight.
China's IT localization strategy has entered a new phase with the launch of Hygon Information Technology's C86 processor, a 4.0GHz x86-compatible chip now powering a broad lineup of domestic desktops and mobile workstations. The rollout marks a shift in China's PC market — from policy-driven deployment to performance-focused competition.