Scientists have pioneered the development of an innovative ultrafast electron source utilizing carbon nanotubes. This groundbreaking electron source boasts concentrated energy and an exceptionally brief pulse duration, surpassing the temporal and spatial resolution constraints of conventional metal electron sources. By harnessing the "delayed emission" mechanism inherent in carbon nanotubes, this technology significantly minimizes energy dispersion, enabling femtosecond-scale temporal resolution and atomic-level spatial resolution in ultrafast electron microscopes. Looking ahead, this technology is poised to propel advancements in the research and development of novel materials and nanodevices.