Data expo opens in southwest China

A visitor experiences a virtual reality device during the 2017 China International Big Data Expo in Guiyang, capital of southwest China's Guizhou Province, May 25, 2017. [Photo: Xinhua]

An expo centering on big data opened Friday in southwest China's Guizhou Province.

More than 300 exhibitors will display their latest technology and high-tech products in an area covering about 60,000 square meters at the 2017 China International Big Data Expo in Guiyang, the provincial capital, organizers said.

A visitor experiences a virtual reality game during the 2017 China International Big Data Expo in Guiyang, capital of southwest China's Guizhou Province, May 25, 2017. [Photo: Xinhua]

Under the theme "Digital Economy Drives New Growth," the expo centers on the use of big data, while showcasing the latest technological innovations. More than 70 forums will be held, with topics ranging from data security and artificial intelligence to fifth generation mobile communication technology.

The event concludes Sunday.