According to @ai_darpa, Liuyang, China, renowned as the 'Fireworks Capital of the World,' set a new Guinness World Record by deploying 15,947 drones in a fully AI-coordinated aerial display. This massive drone swarm, managed without any human pilots, showcased advanced AI algorithms for real-time swarm coordination, resulting in zero collisions and seamless formations. The event highlights the maturity of AI-powered drone control systems and their potential for large-scale entertainment, advertising, and public events. The successful execution demonstrates significant business opportunities for AI-driven swarm technology in commercial events, tourism, and smart city applications, providing a glimpse into the future of autonomous aerial displays (source: @ai_darpa, Jan 1, 2026).

According to @ai_darpa, China's AI-powered drone show in Chongqing on New Year's Eve 2025-2026 set a new world record by deploying 11,787 autonomous drones, all syncing flawlessly without human pilots (source: twitter.com/ai_darpa/status/2006664387789206012). This large-scale demonstration of AI-driven swarm coordination showcases the practical application of artificial intelligence in event and entertainment technology, replacing traditional fireworks with programmable CGI art in the sky. The business opportunity lies in the use of AI for orchestrating complex, safe, and environmentally friendly public displays, signaling a shift in how global cities can enhance cultural events and tourism through AI innovation.