Weaving the World with Digitalization and AI

Hangzhou, revered for millennia as “Paradise on Earth” for its breathtaking scenery and cultural heritage, has masterfully woven its ancient charm with pioneering digital innovation. This city isn’t just a picturesque destination; it’s a pulsating nerve center for digitalization, making it the perfect host for the “Weaving the World with Digitalization and AI” conference.

As the birthplace of China’s e-commerce revolution (Alibaba) and a global leader in AI-driven livestream commerce, Hangzhou showcases remarkable tech supremacy. This is fueled by cutting-edge AI research, fintech breakthroughs, and smart city initiatives. The city offers a globally coveted work-life balance: a dynamic nexus of high-tech innovation and algorithmic commerce, seamlessly integrated with serene natural landscapes like the iconic West Lake – itself now a showcase for AI-powered governance and sustainability.

1) “Silicon Photonic Chips for Artificial Intelligence”, Daoxin Dai , Executive President of China Jiliang University, Qiushi Distinguished Professor at Zhejiang University, and Chair of the Optical Society of Zhejiang Province.

2) “Optimizing Service Encounters: A Co-Productive, Experiential, and People-Centric Approach”, Prof. Guillaume Roels, EIC of INFORMS Service Science, INSEAD, France

3) “System thinking to address trans-disciplinary service challenges”, Prof. Guiping Hu, Department Chair of Systems Engineering and Operations Research, George Mason University, USA

4) “How to BRIDGE the Digital Divide: A Framework and Research Agenda”, Prof. Paul Messinger, University of Alberta, Canada

5) Prof. Daoxin Dai, China Jiliang University, China

1)     “Services in the AI Era” Panel

2)     “Meet Journal Editors” Panel

3)     “AI & Digital Transformation” in Industry

We are excited to announce a tour of the Alibaba Center on June 2, 2026.

To secure your spot, please email your registration details to Ms. Ding at 15757905336@163.com by May 15, 2026.

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Please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. You must register by the deadline to attend; unregistered guests will not be permitted on-site.

The Conference is hosted by China JiLiang University.