China’s 2024 Internet Civilization Conference kicked off in Chengdu this week, bringing together tech leaders, scholars, and influencers to tackle one big question: How do we build a kinder, safer digital world? 🚀 With over 1 billion internet users nationwide, the event highlighted China’s push to shape online spaces that reflect ‘positive energy’ and socialist values.
Keynote speaker Li Shulei, a top CPC official, stressed the need for ‘cyberspace civility’ amid rapid tech advancements. \"A healthy internet culture is vital for national rejuvenation,\" he said, sparking debates on balancing innovation with ethical governance. 💡
The conference isn’t just talk—delegates from platforms like Weibo and Douyin brainstormed ways to curb online toxicity while boosting creativity. Think less cancel culture, more K-drama-style fan civility! 📱✨
With AI deepfakes and viral trends reshaping global discourse, China’s move could set trends for the Gen Z-dominated web. Will this inspire TikTok’s next big #BeKind challenge? Stay tuned. 🌍🤝
