As technologies like 5G, VR, and AI become more widely applied in the consumption sector, digital innovations are injecting new vitality into economic growth.
In major sports parks across Shenzhen City, south China's Guangdong Province, new projects featuring scientific innovation such as smart running tracks and AI fitness gyms have added new excitement and enjoyment to traditional sports activities.
Some parks have also launched multiple drone delivery services, as consumers can simply tap their phone screens, and within just a few minutes, their desired products can "fly" right to them.
"It feels great since my order arrived quite fast," said a resident surnamed Dai.
Cultural and tourism landmarks have unveiled innovative ways to engage visitors with the help of new technologies.
In Anyang City, central China's Henan Province, the Yinxu Museum at the Yin Ruins, the site of the last capital of the Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BC), has adopted the naked-eye 3D technology to present the ancient artifacts to the audience in a refreshing visual format of archaeology experiences.
"By employing high-precision 3D data modeling of cultural relics, along with advanced technologies such as high-definition imaging and enhanced micro-tracing, we aim to vividly convey the rich information hidden within these artifacts, truly bringing our museum's collections to life," said Zhao Qingrong, deputy curator of the Yinxu Museum.
For museums in Zibo City, east China's Shandong Province, they utilize wearable devices to create immersive panoramic films for visitors.
"This VR headset provides a strong immersive sensory experience, allowing us to easily engage in the virtual environment," said tourist Zhai Xiao.
Digital innovation injects vitality to consumption
Both supporters and protesters staged rallies near the residence of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on Sunday, a day before an arrest warrant for him expires.
On the day, conservative groups supporting Yoon and labor groups which hold opposing views called on the public to gather outside the presidential residence. Both sides sought to control the traffic near the residence.
Supporters of the president stressed that removing him from office would not solve the greater challenges the country faces.
"Some people said that as long as the president is arrested, as long as he steps down, everything will be solved. I think this is wrong, so I want to stand out and show my support," said a supporter.
When asked about Yoon's refusal to cooperate with the investigation into his martial law order in early December, the supporter stressed the necessity of waiting for South Korea's constitutional court's ruling.
Protesters said Yoon's declaration of martial law in December posed a significant threat to the fair governance of the country.
"Everyone may have different ideas, but most people, most citizens think that there is a problem now. If you don't stand out and speak up, there will be no change in the status quo. As an ordinary citizen, I think I should stand out and make my voice heard. Without citizens, this country will not exist, and there will be no constitution. But (Yoon) pointed the gun at the people and the constitution. Under the system of separation of powers, martial law was declared (because the National Assembly did not cooperate with the government to legislate). I can't agree with it at all," a protester said.
The investigators of the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) attempted to arrest Yoon in his residence on January 3, but they failed as the presidential security service blocked the execution of the arrest warrant which was issued by the Seoul Western District Court.
A second arrest operation is being planned, but no action has been taken yet.
The arrest warrant remains valid until Monday.
According to multiple media outlets, the CIO will seek the extension of a warrant to arrest the impeached Yoon on Monday after entrusting the National Office of Investigation (NOI) with the task of executing the warrant on Sunday.
The impeachment motion against Yoon was passed by the National Assembly on December 14 last year and delivered to the constitutional court to deliberate it for up to 180 days, during which Yoon's presidential power is suspended.
Yoon, who was named by investigative agencies as a suspected ringleader on an insurrection charge, declared martial law on the night of December 3, 2024 but it was revoked by the National Assembly hours later.
Supporters, protesters gather at impeached South Korean president's residence
