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Embodied intelligence emerged as a leading focus at this year's WAIC, attracting significant attention at the Expo Center. Numerous familiar companies showcased their production lines and scenarios, while new entrants like Guanglun Intelligent and Wuwen Zhike displayed data streams and algorithm dem...
On September 22, the State Council Information Office held a press conference to discuss the promotion of sustainable utilization of natural resources. Officials highlighted the geographic information industry as a strategic emerging sector, with 270,000 companies involved. During the 14th Five-Year...
At this year's World Robot Conference, China showcased its efforts in establishing numerous embodied-intelligence data centers. These facilities are part of a broader industry shift from merely constructing robotic bodies to focusing on the data necessary for training their cognitive capabilities....
Data-driven quality control is transforming modern manufacturing by identifying variations in processes before defects occur. This proactive approach allows teams to monitor conditions that lead to nonconforming parts, reducing scrap, rework, and delivery pressures while maintaining quality costs....
A recent review published in the Journal of Field Robotics examines hexapod locomotion across both structured and unstructured terrains. The study highlights advancements in modeling, control strategies, and validation techniques for hexapod robots, providing a comprehensive overview of current meth...
Haocun Technology has introduced a new generation of data gloves designed to enhance embodied intelligence by addressing the critical gap in human hand haptic data collection. This innovation aims to provide robots with the ability to perceive force, material, and deformation, which is essential for...
Ant Group, in collaboration with several universities and research institutions, has introduced the Open-AoE framework aimed at enhancing embodied intelligence data collection. This initiative addresses the scarcity of high-quality 3D operational data necessary for training robots, which often rely...
Inbolt has announced a successful funding round of $12.5 million, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of industrial robots. This funding will support the company's expansion into the US and APAC markets, as well as its entry into data centers and electronics manufacturing. The significance of this...
In 2026, Shenzhen's Bao'an Qianhai Kexing Science Park will officially launch the first 'data service + incubation empowerment' embodied AI ecosystem community, known as 'Jubaopen.' This initiative aims to address the critical challenge in the embodied intelligence industry: bridging the gap between...
China is establishing training grounds for embodied intelligence across the country. However, a significant shortfall of over 99% in physical-interaction data threatens to keep humanoid robots from advancing beyond demonstration phases. This data deficiency is critical as it limits the ability of h...
The 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC) opened in Beijing on August 19, showcasing over 2,000 exhibits from more than 300 companies, including 150 new products. Notable demonstrations included TianGong Omni's pole walking and Yaskawa's cable assembly robots. However, the event highlighted a critical s...
XinZhi Embodied and Fudan University have published three technical reports that detail 30,000 hours of tactile data aimed at enhancing embodied intelligence in robotics. This research addresses the critical gap in touch sensing capabilities that has hindered effective robot manipulation. The signi...
As the robotics industry enters a phase of large-scale development, a critical question arises: how long does it take for newly collected real-world data to translate into actionable capabilities for robots? The data journey, from collection to deployment, is complex and any delays can hinder progre...
Siemens has unveiled a new edge-to-cloud integration in collaboration with Databricks, a leading Data and AI company, and its long-time automation partner, FFT Produktionssysteme. This innovative partnership aims to streamline the connection of production data directly to enterprise AI, eliminating...
Recent advancements in humanoid robots have led to the development of systems capable of sprinting and executing spin kicks, utilizing AI trained on human motion data. This progress signifies a leap in the capabilities of humanoid robots, which have traditionally been limited in their movement reper...
Recent insights from Oana Jinga, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial & Product Officer at Dexory, highlight the critical role of real-time data in warehouse automation. Despite advancements in technology, many warehouses still operate on outdated information, leading to inefficiencies in decision-making a...
At the WRC, insights revealed that the next phase of embodied intelligence is facing a paradox: the scarcity lies not in data volume but in the physical world representation within that data. Over the past year, numerous training centers have emerged across China, with over 90 expected to be operati...
From July 17 to 20, 2026, Qingche Intelligent participated in the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, focusing on bridging models and real-world intelligence. The company showcased a complete technology system from real-world data collection to model training and robotic app...
Lingbo, a robotics subsidiary of Ant Group, has announced the development of a novel robot intelligence platform that utilizes data from Ant's extensive payment ecosystem. This initiative aims to enhance embodied AI capabilities and was unveiled recently, marking a significant step in the integratio...
Ruiwei Technology, recognized as the first stock in visual embodied intelligence, made its debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on July 8. Although the company's share price experienced a minor decline, the initial public offering (IPO) garnered significant attention, being oversubscribed by an imp...
In response to the growing demand for effective robot training, companies in the robotics sector are increasingly prioritizing the generation of high-quality multimodal training data over the mere construction of robots. This shift highlights a significant trend towards recognizing data as a vital r...
Alexandros Haridis, a recent graduate with a master's degree in 2017 and a PhD in 2022, is showcasing his work in a new exhibition at the Keller Gallery. The exhibition delves into the evolution of aesthetic judgment over the centuries and examines the role of design in rendering complex computation...
Huaqin Technology and Zhengxing Innovation have announced a strategic cooperation aimed at developing a comprehensive industrial physical intelligence framework, which they refer to as a "Data Foundation and Smart Brain." This partnership, revealed on October 10, 2023, is set to take place in China,...
A recent study published in the Journal of Field Robotics highlights advancements in autonomous robotic systems designed for agricultural applications. Conducted by a team of researchers from various universities, the study was released in early October 2023. The research focuses on the development...
The Jiangsu Industrial Consortium for High-Quality Data in Embodied Intelligence was officially launched in Suzhou, with the goal of tackling data scarcity in the robotics sector. Spearheaded by Suzhou Heshuju Information Technology Co., the consortium brings together universities and technology fir...
JiCui ZhiZao has unveiled groundbreaking technologies in XR remote operation and master-slave arm mapping, which are pivotal for the advancement of embodied intelligent robots. These innovations facilitate the collection of high-quality interaction data, essential for training intelligent models. By...
In a recent interview, Oakfruit Robotics addressed the significant challenges confronting the embodied intelligence sector, particularly highlighting the constraints of the Visual-Language-Action (VLA) model. The company introduced an innovative approach known as 'Instinct-Driven' technology, which...
Hexinju Technology, a company based in Suzhou, has successfully raised millions in Series A funding to enhance data infrastructure aimed at training robots. This investment comes at a time when the robotics industry is experiencing significant growth, highlighting the increasing demand for high-qual...
On May 26, JianZhi Robotics and Ant Lingbo unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at advancing embodied intelligence by utilizing human data. This collaboration seeks to address existing limitations within the industry by innovating model training and cognitive evolution, setting a new standard for...
Dingdang Power has successfully raised millions in seed funding, with Horizon Robotics leading the investment round. Founded by Niu Jianwei, a former executive at Horizon, the company is focused on creating a framework that integrates spatial intelligence models with physical agents. This initiative...
JD Group, in partnership with the Suqian government, has inaugurated China's first community dedicated to embodied intelligence data collection. This innovative initiative, which was launched recently, aims to collect over 10 million hours of real-life behavioral data from more than 100,000 particip...
In a bid to overcome the challenges faced by embodied AI, researcher Pacini is pioneering a novel strategy aimed at improving the technology's effectiveness through the use of real-world data. Recognizing the critical issue of data scarcity in the industry, Pacini is establishing a network of super...
On April 16, 2026, Maniformer unveiled a groundbreaking one-stop physical AI data service platform in Shanghai, marking a significant advancement in the field of embodied intelligence. This innovative platform aims to tackle the pressing issue of data scarcity that has hindered the development of in...
Leju has introduced an innovative training ground model designed to enhance embodied intelligence in robotics through improved data collection efficiency and consistency. This initiative, which emphasizes the importance of real-world data application, aims to create a robust ecosystem that significa...
The embodied intelligence sector is experiencing significant advancements, driven by the need for enhanced robotics and robust data infrastructure. As companies compete to create platforms that allow robots to learn from real-world data, the demand for high-quality training data has become increasin...
SenseTime has introduced the SenseMartGo robot convenience store, marking a significant step in the integration of artificial intelligence into retail. The company plans to expand this innovative shopping model across various cities by 2026. Utilizing advanced AI and data analytics, the SenseMartGo...
Tutor Intelligence has initiated the operation of 100 Sonny semi-humanoid robots at its headquarters, a move aimed at enhancing the training of artificial intelligence in real-world scenarios. This initiative is part of the company's broader strategy to develop a Data Factory that will facilitate th...
The 3rd China Embodied Intelligence and Humanoid Robotics Industry Conference is set to take place on April 18, where Xinbai Te Technology will unveil its partnership with UR Robotics. This collaboration aims to present a comprehensive robotic data collection solution, highlighting advancements in v...
Geekplus has reported a remarkable financial achievement, posting a 31.6% year-on-year revenue growth, totaling 3.171 billion RMB for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. This significant increase is largely driven by the company's advancements in embodied intelligence and artificial intelligen...
The Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center has launched a new data collection and training base designed to spearhead advancements in the embodied intelligence sector. Established to provide high-quality data and establish national standards, this facility has rapidly emerged as a premier platform...
Tongren Intelligence, a company incubated by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, has unveiled a pioneering 'embodied brain' technology that functions without the need for extensive data training. This innovative development has attracted nearly 400 million yuan in Series A funding, positioning the comp...
PaXini Tech has announced the successful completion of its Series B funding round, securing over 1 billion RMB and reaching a valuation exceeding 10 billion RMB. This significant financial milestone underscores the company's leadership in the field of embodied intelligence, where its distinctive dat...
Physical Intelligence (Pi) has announced the launch of its foundation models, which are designed to serve as a universal 'intelligence layer' for various industries. This initiative comes alongside the release of new data demonstrating substantial improvements in the reliability of robots used for l...
A recent discussion among experts in artificial intelligence has raised questions about the concept of AI balkanization, which refers to the fragmentation of AI technologies and systems across different regions and platforms. The dialogue took place during a conference held in San Francisco on Octob...
Agility Robotics has reported that its Digit robot has successfully moved over 100,000 totes at GXO Logistics, showcasing its operational capabilities amidst increasing competition in the robotics industry. This achievement, which highlights the efficiency and effectiveness of the Digit robot, comes...
Fugro has formed a strategic partnership with DTACT, a high-tech software firm, and Ubotica, a pioneer in AI-driven satellite intelligence, to create an innovative data fusion and intelligence platform. This collaboration aims to equip government organizations with essential information to enhance n...
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