How artificial intelligence could help China cope with a graying population

Co-founder of world’s most valuable AI startup says machines can fill a gap in shrinking workforce

A lot has been said about how artificial intelligence is going to shape our future. For Bing Xu, it might provide a solution for a problem that China sowed decades ago.

The co-founder of Hong Kong-based SenseTime -- which recently became the world’s most valuable AI startup -- said he believes the technology is key to dealing with the legacy of China’s one-child policy.
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