China on Friday launched three venture capital funds aimed at supporting investment in so-called “hard technology,” state broadcaster CCTV reported.
The capital contribution plans for the three funds have been finalized, with each fund exceeding 50 billion yuan ($7.14 billion), according to the report.
“Hard technology” refers to capital-intensive, innovation-driven sectors such as semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, as opposed to “soft” technologies like internet services and consumer platforms.
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What constitutes hard technology in the context of investment?
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What is the future outlook for hard technology investments in China?
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