Artificial intelligence (AI), it’s often categorized as ‘bleeding edge’ technology, believed to be the catalyst for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, a roadmap for the future. Though in its infancy, AI’s already showing signs of its potential; giving machines the ability to mimic and surpass human capabilities.

China is among the world’s leaders in artificial intelligence development and research. The government is giving incentives to research institutions to lead key projects in the development of next generation artificial intelligence technologies as part of its goal to close the AI gap with the US by 2030.

China’s AI Revolution takes a look at how artificial intelligence is being used to streamline shopping, secure sprawling cities, manage traffic, and even assist in diagnosing cancer.