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Intelligent World 2035
Explore the Unknown. Shape the Future.
Huawei predictions for 2035
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Growth of demand for computing
500
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Growth of demand for AI storage
100
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Growth in the number of network connections
50
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Share of electricity generated from new energy
Striding Towards the Intelligent World
Huawei and industry partners continue to explore and gain insight into the trends and changes of the ICT infrastructure industry, put forward the goals of 5.5G and all intelligence era, and provide action paths to create a better future together.
It covers industries such as wireless network, cloud core network, data communication, all-optical network, autonomous driving network, computing, data storage, cloud computing, and ICT services and software. It continuously identifies recent trends and practices of each industry and provides action suggestions to jointly promote industry development and accelerate the development of the intelligent world.
Global Digitalization and Intelligence Index (GDII)
The GDII has developed a comprehensive measurement system that measures ICT infrastructure, digital energy, technology application, policies, talent, ecosystems, and other key dimensions. Covering 90 economies worldwide, which together account for 94% of global GDP and 83% of the world's population, the research reveals both the universal trends and diverse paths of global digital and intelligent transformation.
Economic and Technological Impact
Quantifying Digital and Intelligent Development with Data as a New Production Factor
This year, Huawei has collaborated with experts in economics, social sciences, and ICT to upgrade the trusted Global Digitalization Index (GDI) to the Global Digitalization and Intelligence Index (GDII). Building on the three core production factors of classical economic theory—land, labor, and capital—the GDII maps these physical elements to their digital counterparts: data, ICT talent, and digital and intelligent technologies. By measuring the entire lifecycle of data from creation to application, the GDII assesses the progress of digital and intelligent transformation for different economies. Our goal is to provide quantitative insights to support policymakers around the world.
A "Double Helix" Formed by Data Creation and Data Application
Research indicates a typical linear relationship between data indicators and economic progress. However, a close look at the GDII scores for digital economy maturity, data creation, and data application reveals that the relationship between data creation and data application forms a "Double Helix" structure. Through data application, vast amounts of data can be translated into tangible productivity and business innovation. This enables the transformation and upgrade of the economy and society. Prioritizing and creating diverse, quality data is also critical. Only by establishing a two-way reinforcement loop between data creation and application can we foster a virtuous cycle of mutual strengthening and support. This is the key to unlocking the full potential of the digital economy and stimulating socioeconomic development.
Total Data Volume Generated versus Total Installed Storage Capacity
The widening gap between the generated volume of global data and installed storage capacity reflects more than just a shortfall in ICT infrastructure. It highlights structural challenges in how data is valued, managed, and retained. IDC predicts that the volume of global data generated (both data created and replicated) will climb from 173 ZB in 2024 to 527 ZB in 2029, while storage capacity will grow at less than half that rate, from 10 ZB to 19 ZB. By the end of the decade, over 96% of generated data will be discarded or lost, underscoring the urgent need for new investment and strategies in data storage.
Focusing on Education and Talent Development to Harness the Opportunities of the Intelligent Era
As shown in the figure, the Top 20 economies by GDII score account for 65% of the ICT workforce and 95% of ICT patents. ICT workforce size is defined by employment in knowledge-intensive ICT activities. Economies with a higher proportion of such employees in their overall workforce generally have higher ICT patent outputs, particularly in regions like Asia, where big firms (thousands of employees) account for some of the region's largest new patent applications. ICT patents represent successful innovation, which enables higher wages for skilled workers in the sector.
