Jiangxi Digital Human Timeline

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There is extensive development and application of digital humans in Jiangxi Province, China. Central to this effort is Digital Jiangxi Technology Co., Ltd., a state-owned joint venture formed by Yuns Hang (Jiangxi) Big Data Development Co. and Ant Group, under the Digital Industry Group of Jiangxi Province. Since 2020, Jiangxi has rolled out numerous digital human initiatives across sectors such as government, education, tourism, and media. Notable examples include:

Xiaodaren, China’s first AI digital representative in the Jiangxi Digital People’s Congress 2.0 platform.
Zhiyun, a 3D campus digital human developed by Yichun Vocational Technical College and Huawei.
Xiao Ganshi, a digital government assistant integrated with Alipay in the “Ganfutong” 6.0 platform.
Xiaojin, the province’s first digital human for housing fund customer service.
Xiaoshimei, a virtual guide at Longhushan Scenic Area.
AI sign language avatars for accessible weather reports and public services.

These digital humans assist with legislative services, tourism guidance, public welfare, intelligent customer service, and educational training. The province has also hosted multiple forums, VR expos, and launched platforms to train digital economy talent.

Digital Jiangxi Technology Co., Ltd. (digitaljx.com) is a state-owned joint venture established on March 2, 2020, co-funded by Yuns Hang (Jiangxi) Big Data Development Co., Ltd. and Ant Group. Operating under the Jiangxi Provincial Digital Industry Group, the company serves as a major vehicle for the province’s digital transformation initiatives. Headquartered in Nanchang’s VR Industrial Base, it is the operating backbone behind platforms like Ganfutong, Jiangxi’s comprehensive digital government service app.

The company plays a pivotal role in building Jiangxi’s digital infrastructure, including developing the Jiangxi Digital People’s Congress 2.0 platform, which integrates AI digital humans for legislative services. It leads major digital economy projects, such as smart governance, e-government solutions, digital financial platforms, and XR initiatives. Digital Jiangxi also collaborates with academic institutions, contributes to AI and blockchain applications, and is recognized on several provincial high-tech and potential unicorn enterprise lists. The company has become a central force in promoting Jiangxi’s digital governance and smart city development through the integration of AI, VR, big data, and digital human technologies.

The provincial capital Nanchang has emerged as a significant hub for AI digital human development and application across government, education, tourism, healthcare, and enterprise. The city has launched numerous initiatives, including the country’s first government service digital human kiosk “Xiao Ganshi,” AI-powered job recruitment broadcasts, and interactive AI guides like “Wang Bo” at the Tengwang Pavilion. Nanchang University and other institutions have established dedicated labs for spatial computing and digital humans. Businesses such as Tuoshi Technology and Xiaohetao Technology are developing virtual customer service, livestreaming platforms, and metaverse experiences. Digital humans are also used in public services, such as navigation at Nanchang West Station via AR, smart tax offices, and legal services.