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China Launches 1,243-Mile Computing Power Pool for AI Leadership

12/12/2025

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The Future Network Test Facility (FNTF) in China has launched a 1,243-mile-wide computing power pool connecting 40 cities.
The FNTF is part of the East Data, West Computing project, linking western resources to eastern data demand.
Early tests show 72 terabytes can be transmitted in under 1.6 hours, versus 699 days on the internet.
Experts say the facility could position China as a leader in AI and support various sectors.

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Story summary

The Future Network Test Facility (FNTF) in China has launched a 1,243-mile-wide computing power pool connecting 40 cities.
The FNTF is part of the East Data, West Computing project, linking western resources to eastern data demand.
Early tests show 72 terabytes can be transmitted in under 1.6 hours, versus 699 days on the internet.
Experts say the facility could position China as a leader in AI and support various sectors.