Buzzwords of 2018: One phrase to sum up the year

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As 2018 winds down, how would you sum up the year gone by in a simple word or phrase? World Cup? Blockchain? Trade war? Some on the streets of Beijing weighed in on this.

"Intelligent computing has become a buzzword in the IT sector. Some Chinese tech companies have increased their investment in it. It might lead to substantial changes for tech companies next year."

"The media covered the trade war extensively this year. Market forecasts have been influenced by the result of trade talks between China and the US. Maybe the latest talks between the two countries will make the market confident again, if results are good."

"China and the US are the world's largest economies. A trade war between the two countries can make a profound impact on the global economy. If the two can reach a consensus soon, it'll be good news for the market."

"China is developing steadily. The economy is growing. The government has also been putting more emphasis on the private sector. So I think development is the keyword of the year."

"Buddha-style has become a catchphrase on the internet. I think it represents an easy-to-please lifestyle free of desires. Maybe it's not commendable, but it's definitely simpler. Especially in the stressful lives that many people lead these days."