In a significant move, the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission, in collaboration with the Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park Management Committee, recently presented the “Beijing Internet 3.0 Innovation and Development White Paper (2023)” during the Zhongguancun Forum parallel session named “Internet 3.0: Future Internet Industry Development.”



The objective behind releasing this comprehensive document, known as the “White Paper,” is to facilitate the gathering of industry consensus while driving the progress of the Internet 3.0 sector.



This release stands as a crucial measure undertaken by the Municipal Science and Technology Commission and Zhongguancun Management Committee in their ongoing efforts to champion the development of the Internet 3.0 industry.



The “White Paper” meticulously scrutinizes and elucidates the essence, system architecture, domestic and international progress, and the status quo of Beijing’s development in Internet 3.0, in addition to offering valuable recommendations for its future growth.



According to the “White Paper,” Internet 3.0 represents a pinnacle of modern scientific and technological achievement—an unavoidable trajectory for the future of the Internet industry.



This visionary concept encompasses a three-dimensional space characterized by deeply immersive interactive experiences and seamless integration of the virtual and real realms.



It encompasses highly immersive sensory encounters and economic activities that bridge the gap between the virtual and real, encapsulating the essence of the Metaverse and Web 3.



The “White Paper” dissects the Internet 3.0 architecture into four distinct layers: the infrastructure layer, interactive terminal layer, platform tool layer, and application layer.



The infrastructure layer lays the foundation for the functioning of Internet 3.0, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, computing power chips, and communication networks.



Meanwhile, the interactive terminal layer furnishes the requisite equipment and technical support to facilitate the perception and interaction between the virtual and real worlds.



This layer encompasses XR terminals, holographic imagery, brain-computer interfaces, and similar technologies.



The platform tool layer provides the necessary technical underpinnings for constructing actors and digital environments within the virtual realm, delving into digital content production technology, digital twins, and other related aspects.



Finally, the application layer caters to consumer entertainment, industrial manufacturing, government services, city management, and more, serving as a platform for digital humans, virtual spaces, and the circulation of digital assets—all emblematic of the defining characteristics of Internet 3.0.



The “White Paper” meticulously examines the key core technologies and industrial application directions associated with Internet 3.0.



In terms of industrial development, the “White Paper” highlights that generative artificial intelligence, XR interactive terminals, and content production tool platforms currently occupy the forefront of research within the Internet 3.0 sector.



Major domestic and international tech giants including Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Google, Nvidia, Baidu, ByteDance, and Tencent have spearheaded industry progress, unveiling strategic initiatives to pave the way for advancement.



Simultaneously, emerging applications like digital humans and digital collections have experienced rapid development and tangible implementation, with innovative entities undertaking explorations in application deployment.



The Internet 3.0 landscape witnesses the dynamism of social organizations and a gradual return to rationality in the capital market.



At the global level, the United States leads the charge in Internet 3.0 industry development, while Europe emphasizes privacy protection, and Japan and South Korea aspire to emerge as leaders in this domain.



Notably, China’s local governments are actively orchestrating plans for development, with over 30 provinces and cities issuing supportive policies, particularly in key cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hangzhou.



Analyzing Beijing’s progress in the Internet 3.0 industry, the “White Paper” affirms that the city occupies a leading position within China concerning development policies, innovative enterprises, and a robust scientific research foundation.



Presently, Beijing is formulating and implementing an array of initiatives centered around key technologies, common technology platforms, application scenarios, innovation ecosystems, and regulatory frameworks, all aimed at accelerating the establishment of an internationally influential Internet 3.0 innovation hub.



Concurrently, Beijing actively enhances urban coordination to propel region-specific development.



The city concentrates on constructing highlands for original technological innovation in Haidian, fostering the growth of innovative enterprises and enterprise clusters in Chaoyang, creating benchmark scenarios encompassing science fiction and sports in Shijingshan, and expediting advancements in cultural tourism, smart city scenario applications, and the establishment of metaverse innovation centers in Tongzhou.



Additionally, support is extended to districts like Dongcheng, leveraging their inherent advantages to proactively strategize the development of Internet 3.0 industries.



Drawing from a meticulous analysis and discernment of Internet 3.0’s current development status and forthcoming trends, the “White Paper” asserts that Beijing’s Internet 3.0 industry encounters challenges concerning technological and talent support capabilities, industrial chain integrity, and legal norms. In the subsequent stages, Beijing will fortify policy support, bolster organizational guarantees, expedite technological breakthroughs, and establish common platforms. Moreover, the city will promote the construction of “Internet 3.0+” application scenarios, ensure sound risk supervision, and foster an enabling ecological environment to drive innovation and development in Beijing’s Internet 3.0 landscape.



It is worth noting that since the emergence of the Internet 3.0 concept, the Beijing Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government have accorded paramount importance to the growth of the Internet 3.0 industry. They perceive fostering the development of this sector as a pivotal task in the broader ambit of establishing Beijing as an international hub for scientific and technological innovation and a benchmark global city for the digital economy. Consequently, they have officially unveiled the “Work Plan on Promoting the Innovation and Development of Beijing’s Internet 3.0 Industry (2023-2025),” outlining a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on the potential of the new Internet 3.0 frontier.