Meitu’s AI Flash Feature Soars: Recognized in 2025 Global AI Super Apps TOP 50

A significant development in the artificial intelligence landscape unfolded on July 7th with the circulation of a highly anticipated “2025 Global AI Super App TOP 50” list. This ranking prominently features a strong contingent of Chinese applications, including DeepSeek, Doubao, Tencent Yuanbao, Keling, and Tongyi Qianwen, alongside established global players like ChatGPT, Gemini, Sora, New Bing, and Jambot. Meitu (Meitu Xiuxiu) also made a notable appearance on this prestigious list.

(A selection from the 2025 Global AI Super App TOP 50 list)

The global AI application market has seen a dramatic expansion, surpassing the $500 billion mark for the first time in 2025. The United States continues to lead, holding a commanding 45% share of global revenue. Meanwhile, China is witnessing explosive growth, particularly in the mobile sector, with user adoption surging by an impressive 101%.

Industry insiders attribute Meitu’s inclusion on the TOP 50 list to its substantial user base, innovative product strategy, and deep understanding of user scenarios. For years, Meitu has maintained its competitive edge and has effectively leveraged AI to develop a series of new products in the image and design space, showcasing its prowess as a burgeoning AI super application.

Publicly available data underscores Meitu’s recent successes, with its AI-powered features consistently topping app store charts in key markets such as the United States, Japan, Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia. In June 2025, the company’s “AI Flashlight” feature garnered significant global acclaim, achieving the number one spot on the overall app charts in Cambodia, Laos, and Brunei. Furthermore, it secured the top position in the Photography & Videography category on both the App Store and Google Play in 12 countries, including Italy and Turkey.

The list’s organizers commented that global AI super applications have transcended their role as mere efficiency tools, evolving into essential societal infrastructure and driving systemic change. The vibrant proliferation of AI applications signals a new era of technological democratization, ushering in a future where innovation benefits society broadly.