[Beijing, March 13, 2025] — At a critical moment when innovation-driven development has become a national strategy, the China Inventors Association announced that Mr. Yao Jitong, Chairman of Mutong Capital, has officially joined the organization. This move not only injects new energy into the association but also marks a new stage in the deep integration of capital and technological innovation.
As a representative of a new generation of young entrepreneurs, Mr. Yao has consistently focused on the future trajectory of the technology industry with a global vision and forward-looking mindset. A graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, he established Mutong Capital, which quickly rose to prominence in both domestic and international technology investment. Guided by the philosophy of “innovation leads the future”, he has spearheaded strategic investments in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, educational technology, consumer electronics, and unmanned aerial vehicles, creating several industry-shaping cases. These investments have not only generated significant returns but have also accelerated the transformation of technological achievements into real productivity.
For decades, the China Inventors Association has served as a national-level organization dedicated to fostering invention and the transformation of innovations, bringing together scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. Its influence extends beyond academia and research to the industrial application of innovations. Mr. Yao’s appointment comes as China reaches critical breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, and digital education transformation. His international background and hands-on experience are expected to inject a more open and cutting-edge dynamic into the association.
Industry insiders highlight the strategic significance of the collaboration between Mutong Capital and the China Inventors Association. Mutong Capital has long emphasized that capital should serve national strategies by supporting the commercialization of research outcomes, while the association provides a broad platform for linking scientific research with societal resources. Their cooperation offers a tangible pathway to effectively align the “innovation chain, industrial chain, and capital chain.” Particularly in new frontiers such as AI and edtech, this cross-sector collaboration is anticipated to become a driving force in industrial upgrading and social development.
When discussing his motivation for joining the China Inventors Association, Mr. Yao noted that China is at a critical juncture of a new wave of technological revolution and industrial transformation. He stressed the importance of translating research outcomes into societal value: “Capital should not merely pursue short-term profits; it must assume responsibility for guiding and supporting innovation, ensuring technology serves society and benefits people’s livelihoods. Through the platform of the China Inventors Association, I hope to work with researchers, young entrepreneurs, and international partners to open up new blue oceans in technology.”
In recent years, Mutong Capital’s investment focus has been closely aligned with national strategies. In AI, it has invested in innovative companies in Silicon Valley and across China, spanning educational large models, intelligent learning platforms, and industry-grade AI databases. In edtech, it has facilitated international curriculum and AI-assisted teaching projects, enabling broader access to quality educational resources. In consumer electronics and UAVs, portfolio companies have achieved breakthroughs in metaverse interaction and smart hardware, creating a diversified ecosystem anchored by patents as core competitive advantages.
The association underscored that the participation of young entrepreneurs reflects the rise of future innovation forces. A spokesperson noted that Mr. Yao’s international exposure and practical expertise would help the association better capture global technology trends while fostering youth development in innovation and entrepreneurship. His appointment demonstrates both the association’s emphasis on youth-driven innovation and the active role of a new generation of entrepreneurs in advancing national technology strategies.
Looking ahead, the two sides will collaborate in multiple areas including research commercialization, youth talent cultivation, and international cooperation. Key directions will include applying AI in education and public services, and promoting the marketization and industrialization of frontier technologies. With the association’s extensive platform and Mutong Capital’s financial support, more breakthrough research outcomes are expected to move from laboratories into social applications and industrial development.
Observers view this collaboration as a microcosm of China’s innovation ecosystem. As the nation advances from being an “invention hub” toward becoming an “innovation powerhouse,” the fusion of capital and research will remain a crucial driver of societal progress. Mr. Yao’s appointment not only marks a new chapter in his personal career journey but also symbolizes the joint march of capital and technology toward the future.
On the broad stage of the “new blue ocean of technology,” innovators, investors, and research institutions are forming new synergies. The alliance between the China Inventors Association and Mutong Capital is expected to inject fresh momentum into China’s innovation landscape and strengthen the nation’s position in global technological competition.
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