Beijing and Shanghai lead the nation in artificial intelligence development, with highlighted policy support from the local government in particular, according to a report released by Chinese research company CCID Consulting.

The report covered nearly 40 Chinese cities, which have raced to build up their AI industries, and was based on the evaluation of more than 40 indicators, including policy support, scientific research, key laboratories and financing.

Hangzhou surpassed Shenzhen to take third place, and Hefei claimed the fifth spot.

Here's the full list of China's top 10 cities in terms of AI development.

No 10 Nanjing

A homestay flat with a see-through enclosure that allows guests to see the sky in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, on May 9, 2018. [Photo/VCG]