Vision China experts cast an eye over intelligent technology

What they say

*Today's event was very informative. I'm very impressed by the level of organization. Today's speakers were true leaders and experts in their fields and because of that I feel honored to be able to participate in an event of this scale.

I've learned that artificial intelligence is already surrounding our everyday lives and it really makes a difference. The thing that stuck in my mind the most is that we as humans have to look at the bigger picture and focus not only on our selfish needs but also innovation in a sustainable way. Overall I've really enjoyed this event.

Marek Dobrowolski, a postgraduate student at Tianjin University of Technology

*It was an excellent event. The Tianjin vice-major's speech was very meaningful. I also liked the points about the underestimation of the long-term impacts of technology and the high costs behind innovation.

While the previous industrial revolutions were about how to do something at the push of a button, the current initiative is to make a machine that can create these buttons by itself. What we need to do is to provide the right input for this machine to be able to learn. The increase of funding behind China's AI startups is also interesting. I am curious what products this will create in the coming decades and how these will influence our lives.

George Petruska, marketing manager at englishteachingjob

*The most impressive point for me is the diversity of views. There are many young generations here, audience and guests. They inspire me a lot.

I think technology and AI have a great impact on people's daily lives. We can learn more about them as much as we can.

Vision China is an excellent idea for other countries to know more about China. I look forward to more opportunities to share our views about other interesting topics.

John Evans, principal of Tianjin Yinghua Cambridge International School

*I am really happy to be here and it was a very innovative event. I think we must find a balance between human and artificial intelligence, which is very important for further worldwide development.

It's also important to think globally.

I like Vision China because the speeches are wholly in English. I can understand these speeches well.

Saood Qaseem, auditor at Ecocert S.A., France and PhD at Tianjin Polytechnic University

*I am an educator, and I knew a little about artificial intelligence before I came here. Obviously, it's making our life more convenient.

I have lived in Tianjin for 22 years. Every single year, the technology brings me many surprises. A lot of technologies applied in this city make our life easier and safer.

The last speaker impressed me most. He said that China is an innovator that is at the forefront in many areas. I have seen China's quick development, which makes me feel excited.

Michael Conway, secondary principal and deputy director, International School of Tianjin

*Now I use my mobile phone more frequently than before. I can pay for something with it and contact my parents and friends through more apps. I have stayed in China for three years, and Alipay and WeChat really make my life convenient.

I enjoyed this event totally. The speakers conveyed many details to us that help me know clearly about artificial intelligence. It was an interesting experience for me.

Kateryna Telychko, postgraduate majoring in enterprise management at Tianjin University of Technology