China Mobile Hong Kong (CMHK) is actively developing and deploying AI-powered digital humans across multiple domains. These digital humans are built on multimodal intelligent agents, hyper-realistic voice interaction, and 2D/3D avatar rendering technologies that support both cartoon and lifelike appearances. They are presented as highly humanlike virtual employees designed to integrate into customer service, product marketing, and brand IP development, with the aim of reducing labor costs and enhancing service quality. CMHK has highlighted these capabilities at events such as the Belt and Road Software Expo (Hong Kong) 2025 and the Hong Kong International Innovation and Technology Exhibition, where digital humans were positioned as one of the company’s four flagship enterprise solutions alongside cybersecurity, smart health kiosks, and business digitalization services. The company has also introduced branded figures like Joy-E, promoted interactive platforms powered by digital humans, and partnered with firms such as Huawei Cloud and SenseTime to expand applications in sectors including banking, retail, and property management.

Zhejiang Mobile has developed an innovative multilingual AI digital human video tool—dubbed “Multi-lingual Digital Human Video Sales”—to support cross-border merchants in Yiwu and beyond. At the 2025 AIGC & Intelligent Design Innovation Forum in Hangzhou, Li Haichuan (Director of Intelligent Vision R&D at China Mobile Zhejiang Innovation Research Institute) showcased the tool’s user-friendly design: merchants simply input product keywords and record a short audio clip (e.g. “12345”), and the system automatically generates multilingual promotional videos featuring AI-driven digital avatars. The solution enables 24/7 live-broadcast-style content at minimal cost, breaking down language barriers and significantly reducing production expense. This is already in active use among Yiwu-based exporters, helping them reach international buyers more affordably and effectively. (The domain vnet-ai.com is officially registered to China Mobile Zhejiang Innovation Research Institute, with an ICP license issued on July 2, 2025.)

China Unicom has actively integrated digital humans into its service ecosystem across culture, tourism, telecommunications, government, healthcare, and entertainment. The company has launched AI-powered digital human applications including virtual anchors, intelligent guides, performers, and avatars for live streaming and promotional videos. Its offerings include a virtual museum metaverse platform, digital cultural tourism services, and AI-generated avatars for video ringtones, business cards, and customer service. China Unicom also supports multi-modal digital human interaction using large models and XR technology, and has issued tenders for continued development and deployment. It has incorporated digital humans into internal functions like shareholder reporting and external engagements such as exhibitions, recruitment, and innovation forums, aiming to position itself as a leader in digital infrastructure and immersive AI experiences.

Live animation artist Gary Jesch brings interactive 3D avatars to life for trade show booths, special events & VR/AR via performance animation technology.

Chuangyi Technology (Shenzhen Chuangyi Technology & Culture Co., Ltd.), founded in 2018 and led by CEO Liang Zikang, is a pioneering Chinese company specializing in the development of hyper-realistic virtual humans and content-driven IP incubation. Best known for creating the viral virtual beauty influencer Liu Yexi, Chuangyi combines advanced technologies such as motion capture and CG rendering with cinematic short-video storytelling to craft emotionally engaging digital personalities. With a focus on narrative depth and immersive user experiences, the company positions itself as a “metaverse Disney,” aiming to build a dynamic IP ecosystem where virtual humans serve as emotionally resonant bridges between users and the evolving metaverse.