{"id":21400,"date":"2023-11-12T00:00:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-11T16:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beyond-shenzhen.cn\/?post_type=blog&p=21400"},"modified":"2026-04-13T11:41:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T03:41:18","slug":"apsara-conference-2023","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/beyond-shenzhen.cn\/en\/blog\/apsara-conference-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Hangzhou\u3011Attending the Alibaba Cloud Apsara Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"

Recently, Our participated in the large-scale event “Apsara Conference 2023” hosted by Alibaba Cloud in Hangzhou, China, as part of the “Special Japan Team Tour.” The event spanned two days, and I would like to share my experience.<\/p>\n

About Alibaba Cloud Apsara Conference<\/h2>\n

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The Apsara Conference is a technology conference hosted by Alibaba Cloud, focusing on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, IoT, and other cutting-edge technologies.<\/p>\n

Recognized as one of the most significant events in the cloud industry, it has made substantial contributions to the proliferation and development of cloud technologies.<\/p>\n

The conference attracts tens of thousands of participants from around the world, including industry leaders, technical experts, and decision-makers.<\/p>\n

Hundreds of sessions are held, covering the latest technological trends and innovations, providing opportunities for learning and networking.<\/p>\n

The program is primarily divided into three sections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
\u2460 Keynote Speeches<\/span><\/td>\nIndustry leaders discuss the latest technological trends and innovations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u2461 Technical Sessions<\/span><\/td>\nSessions covering various technical fields such as cloud computing, AI, data analytics, and IoT.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u2462 Exhibition<\/span><\/td>\nCompanies in the cloud computing sector showcase their latest services and products.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Day 1: Apsara Conference<\/h2>\n

\u2460 Event Venue<\/h3>\n

On the first day, we headed to the event venue for the Apsara Conference.<\/p>\n

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The roads around the venue were closed off, transforming the area into a pedestrian-only zone. Interestingly, this area is a city developed by the Alibaba Group, and there’s even a street named “Alibaba Road.”<\/p>\n

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Outside the venue, there were billboards displaying the logos of companies and sponsors supporting the Apsara Conference.<\/p>\n

Although not all are shown in the photos, the number of logos is impressive.<\/p>\n

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\u2461 Technical Sessions<\/h3>\n

We attended several technical sessions.<\/p>\n

One notable presentation was by a Chinese subsidiary of a major Japanese cosmetics company. Initially, their operations in China were primarily focused on supporting the Japanese headquarters.<\/p>\n

However, over time, their business in China has become self-sustaining and successful.<\/p>\n

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\u2462 Exhibition<\/h3>\n

We visited the exhibition area where various Alibaba Cloud services and products were showcased.<\/p>\n

This exhibition served as a marketplace for Chinese IT vendors utilizing Alibaba Cloud solutions.<\/p>\n

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The exhibition hall was so crowded that it was challenging to move forward due to the large number of attendees.<\/p>\n

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One of the prominent booths was that of Ant Group, known for Alipay. Their booth was notably large.<\/p>\n

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There was also an AI-powered photo booth, reminiscent of a modern-day purikura (photo sticker booth).<\/p>\n

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Additionally, an autonomous vehicle integrated with Alibaba Cloud’s AI was on display, offering an experiential area for attendees.<\/p>\n

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Samples of server machines used by Alibaba Cloud were also exhibited.<\/p>\n

These servers are developed in-house and feature proprietary chips.<\/p>\n

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Day 2: Special Japan Team Tour<\/h2>\n

On the second day, we visited the campus operated by Alibaba Cloud and the Alibaba Group, accompanied by representatives from Japanese companies operating in China.<\/p>\n

The campus is vast, covering an extensive area.<\/p>\n

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During our visit, preparations were underway for China’s largest e-commerce event, “Singles’ Day” (Double 11), with Alibaba staff actively setting up within the campus grounds.<\/p>\n

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We had the opportunity to learn about the businesses, technologies, and history of Alibaba Cloud and the Alibaba Group.<\/p>\n

* Please note that photography was prohibited in certain areas beyond this point.<\/p>\n

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We also attended a session summarizing the latest technological updates announced at Apsara Conference.<\/p>\n

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Summary<\/h2>\n

The area in Hangzhou we visited is a city developed by the Alibaba Group, featuring apartments, hotels, university campuses, and roads, allowing us to experience Alibaba’s influence in the region.<\/p>\n

Particularly in the exhibition, many AI and serverless solutions were prominently featured.<\/p>\n

Participating in the Apsara Conference provided valuable insights into the future of the IT industry and potential business ideas.<\/p>\n

Bonus: Streets of Hangzhou<\/h3>\n

\u3007 Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hangzhou Science City<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u3007 Night Views<\/strong><\/p>\n

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