China has just taken the internet to a whole new level with the world’s first 10G broadband network, launched in the high-tech city of Xiong’an. Powered by Huawei and China Unicom, this 50G-PON tech promises blazing-fast speeds that could redefine connectivity, from instant movie downloads to lag-free cloud gaming.
China’s bold step toward building the smart cities of tomorrow
Xiong’an, a futuristic metropolis 70 miles southwest of Beijing, is China’s testing ground for cutting-edge tech, dreamed up in 2017 under President Xi Jinping’s vision. Now, it’s home to a 10G broadband network that hits download speeds of 10 gigabytes per second, per MSN. That means you could download a huge movie file in seconds or stream 8K video without a hiccup.
This isn’t just about seamless playback on Netflix. The 10G network unlocks wild possibilities like self-driving car systems, immersive VR/AR spaces, and smart city tech that ties everything together. It’s also a boost for AI, powering large language models with seamless data flow. Xiong’an’s “15-minute life circle” design ensures residents have shops and leisure within a short walk, making it a perfect fit for this high-speed rollout.
But it’s not all rosy. Bloomberg reports Xiong’an’s $100 billion build hasn’t drawn the crowds, with some calling it a ghost town lacking the buzz of private sector investment. Still, China is pushing hard to lead the tech race, and this 10G network—set to expand nationwide—shows they’re not messing around. While the world is still catching up with 5G, Xiong’an is giving us a peek at a hyper-connected future. Whether it’ll live up to its utopian hype or stay a quiet tech showcase, only time will tell.
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Quelle/Source: Gizmochina, 23.04.2025
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