Editor's note: The first World Intelligence Congress held Thursday and Friday in Tianjin was a showcase of next generation technologies and strategies from the world of artificial intelligence.

It was an opportunity for participants and visitors to explore and discover the practical and successful implementation of AI in driving forward global business in 2017 and beyond.

With 16 forums to pick from, WIC participants also enjoyed a 6,000-square-meter exhibition area displaying achievements in artificial intelligence.

Let's take a look.

Visitors examine the display at Mobike's booth during the first World Intelligence Congress in Tianjin, June 30, 2017. [Photo by Yu Jie/Provided to chinadaily.com.cn]