Technological news, robots that impress the public at the largest artificial intelligence fair in the world, in Shanghai. Anyone who visits the largest artificial intelligence fair in the world, in Shanghai, will find a scene that seems straight out of science fiction. Robots play football, organize medicines in pharmacies, wash clothes and perform tasks increasingly autonomously. The demonstrations draw public attention, but they represent just one part of China's strategy to accelerate technology development. Held annually in the Chinese city, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) brings together companies, researchers and authorities to present the main news in the sector. In this edition, the event gained even more importance with the presence of President Xi Jinping at the opening ceremony, reinforcing that artificial intelligence has become a priority for the Chinese government. With the presence of Xi Jinping, a conference in Shanghai transforms technological demonstrations into a geopolitical message: China wants to define the direction of artificial intelligence in the coming decades. Reproduction/TV Globo Increasingly intelligent robots Among the most popular attractions are humanoid robots, capable of carrying out activities ranging from football matches to everyday tasks. In one demonstration, a robot fills orders at a pharmacy and automatically separates medications. In another, equipment washes and dries clothes without the need for human intervention. Although some demonstrations still rely on remote control, others already use embedded artificial intelligence to perform functions independently, indicating how these technologies could reach everyday life in the coming years. Technological news, robots that impress the public at the largest artificial intelligence fair in the world, in Shanghai. Reproduction/TV Globo Chips and open source artificial intelligence In addition to robots, the fair was also the stage for the launch of new technologies aimed at the development of artificial intelligence. China presented a new open source AI model, which can be used and adapted for free by companies and developers. Another bet is the so-called smaller artificial intelligence models, which can work directly on computers, cell phones and vehicles, reducing the need to send data to large servers and increasing the protection of user information. Chinese manufacturers also showcased new chips developed for artificial intelligence applications, in an attempt to reduce dependence on foreign technologies and increase the country's competitiveness in the sector. Technological news, robots that impress the public at the largest artificial intelligence fair in the world, in Shanghai. Reproduction/TV Globo Far beyond the demonstrations More than presenting technological innovations, the fair showed how artificial intelligence began to occupy a strategic space for China. By bringing together robots, new AI models, chips and researchers from around the world, the event serves as a showcase of technologies that could transform different areas of the economy and everyday life in the coming years. GloboPop: click to see the videos from the Fantástico stage Listen to the Fantástico podcasts ISSO É FANTÁSTIC The Isso É Fantástico podcast is available on g1 and the main podcast apps, bringing great reports, investigations and fascinating stories on podcast with the Fantástico journalism seal: depth, context and information. Follow, like or subscribe to Isso É Fantástico on your favorite podcast player. Every Sunday there's a new episode.