In a bold move to solidify its standing in Beijing’s tech domain, Mentougou district is carving out a path to become the city’s primary hub for artificial intelligence (AI) development. At the heart of this ambitious endeavor is the recently launched Ascend AI Computing Center, the first of its kind in Beijing, which is swiftly gaining traction as a critical cog in the AI ecosystem. The Ascend AI Computing Center, inaugurated in February 2023, has rapidly evolved into a crucial player in Mentougou’s AI ambitions. With 47 clients already onboard, the center is delivering robust computing power to a diverse array of enterprises. This significant milestone was achieved through a collaborative effort between the Mentougou district government, Zhongguancun Group, and tech giant Huawei, which have joined forces to offer not just computing power services but also a fertile ground for incubating innovative AI applications and attracting burgeoning AI companies.