Digital China Innovation Contest in Fuzhou spurs tech innovation

The 2026 Digital China Innovation Contest (DCIC 2026), a flagship professional event under the Digital China Summit, was held on Jan 24 in Fuzhou, Fujian province.

The contest, guided by the theme "Unlocking the Value of Data Elements, Empowering with Digital Technology," features 14 competition tracks with a total prize pool of 10 million yuan ($1.44 million).

DCIC 2026 focuses on four strategic areas: strengthening digital infrastructure, expanding application scenarios, cultivating ecosystems, and developing talent.

For example, within the infrastructure area, five tracks aim to solidify the foundation for digital development, including the data application track, which focuses on key industries and public data utilization, and the artificial intelligence track, which explores AI-driven innovations across technology, industry, and governance.

Building on past successes, the achievements of the 2025 Digital China Innovation Contest were presented at the Fuzhou Strait International Conference and Exhibition Center. Exhibits included physical models such as drone logistics equipment and intelligent inspection systems, vividly demonstrating the potential of low-altitude digital technologies in logistics and inspection scenarios.

Since its inception, the contest has attracted over 160,000 participants and produced demonstrable digital technology innovations, becoming an important platform for public engagement in China's digital transformation.

DCIC 2026 will continue rolling out competitions, drawing global innovators and advancing digital technologies from localized applications toward systemic, cross-sector empowerment.