Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Hangzhou, China's AI hub and home to DeepSeek, a rising star in artificial intelligence.
Cook engaged with 'the next generation of developers' at Zhejiang University and announced a 30 million yuan ($4.1 million) donation to the university.
Hangzhou has gained attention as a hotbed for AI development, with companies like DeepSeek challenging their American counterparts at a fraction of the cost.
Apple's visit and donation in China come as the company faces regulatory hurdles and competition, aiming to maintain its market position.