NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang delivered a keynote at the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), where he praised China’s rapid advancements in AI and open-source ecosystems. "China’s tech industry has become a catalyst for global AI progress," Huang remarked, citing contributions from companies like DeepSeek, Tencent, and Alibaba in large language models (LLMs) and robotics.
Huang emphasized the importance of open-source collaboration in accelerating AI development while ensuring safety. "Open platforms allow researchers worldwide to audit and improve algorithms, reducing risks of bias or misuse," he explained. He also revealed expanded partnerships with Chinese automakers and smartphone manufacturers, including Xiaomi’s upcoming electric vehicles powered by NVIDIA’s DRIVE platform.
When asked about U.S.-China tech tensions, Huang advocated for "shared standards" in AI hardware to avoid market fragmentation. His comments reflect NVIDIA’s strategy to navigate geopolitical challenges while maintaining its dominance in AI accelerators—a relevant insight for distributors balancing global supply chains.