Precious Metals: The Unsung Heroes of Tomorrow's Tech 🚀
This week at the 2025 Tengchong Scientists Forum in southwest China's Yunnan Province (Dec 5-7), experts gathered under the theme "Science and AI Changing the World." One standout voice was Wang Jianqiang, chairman of Sino-Platinum Metals Co., Ltd., who shared some eye-opening insights with CGTN.
From AI research to next-gen semiconductors, hydrogen energy and even fusion, demand for advanced precious metal materials is skyrocketing. Why? AI-powered labs are slashing development times and cutting costs. That means faster breakthroughs in catalytic tech, chip packaging and key energy components 🔬💡
But it’s not just about performance. Precious metals are also major players in our green future. Think automotive exhaust purification, clean hydrogen production and efficient fuel cells. Plus, recycling these metals can slash carbon emissions compared to fresh mining—an essential win for any country chasing dual-carbon goals 🌱🌏
For tech-savvy young pros in South and Southeast Asia, this is huge. Whether you’re coding AI algorithms in Bengaluru, designing semiconductors in Penang or exploring green startups in Jakarta, precious metals are quietly powering the tools you use every day.
By blending cutting-edge research with sustainability, the future looks bright—and shiny. Stay tuned for more updates from Yunnan! 🔍✨
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Precious metals at the heart of future tech, green innovation
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