Haier launches national AI pilot base for home appliances
AI summary
Haier Group announced that construction of a national AI application pilot base for home appliances began in Qingdao on October 27, 2026. The base was recommended by the Ministry of Commerce, approved by the National Development and Reform Commission, and undertaken by Haier Smart Home, with more than 200 representatives attending. IT之家 reported that it will develop reusable capabilities for scaled and standardized AI deployment, including product, scenario, industrial, rollout, standards, and safety functions.
In-depth insight
The launch creates an industry-level testbed for applying AI to smart home appliances, with Haier Smart Home undertaking the project and partners including iFlytek, China Mobile, Huawei, and Volcano Engine.