The Virtual Baidu World Conference 2021 is underway. Under the theme "For the era we love, for the sea of stars," this year's conference demonstrates the tech giant's latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in everyday life. These innovations cover different areas, including endeavors that can improve the athletic performance and efficiency of the smart city, smart transportation and smart utilities. We can learn about how AI is transforming and improving our lives, the economy and more from the event. Important progress regarding the Baidu Brain and the company's Kunlun chips has also been announced.