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Striding AI has unveiled its latest innovations, the humanoid H1 and the narrow wheeled-arm C1 robots, designed specifically for 24/7 convenience store operations. These robots are engineered to operate without requiring any modifications to existing shelf layouts or store designs. The introduction...
In the first half of 2026, global humanoid robot shipments reached nearly 25,000 units, marking a significant increase of 432.1 percent year on year, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). Agibot emerged as the leader in this market, shipping over 8,600 humanoid robots, which accounted f...
In the first half of 2026, global humanoid robot shipments reached nearly 25,000 units, marking a 432.1% increase year-on-year, according to IDC. AGIBOT emerged as the leader with over 8,600 shipments, capturing approximately 35% of the market share. This growth reflects a significant expansion in t...
AGIBOT has emerged as the leader in the global humanoid robot market for the first half of 2026, with shipments exceeding 8,600 units. This achievement translates to an impressive market share of approximately 35%, reflecting the industry's transition towards more extensive commercial applications a...
In the first half of 2026, China shipped over 19,000 humanoid robots, representing 77.9% of the global total of nearly 25,000 units. This marks a significant increase of 432.1% year over year in global shipments, highlighting China's leading role in the humanoid robotics market. The surge in shipme...
Geek+, a warehouse robotics manufacturer based in Hong Kong, has released its interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2026. The company reported a significant year-on-year increase in new signed orders, which rose by 35.5%, indicating strong demand for its solutions. The growth in orders...
Huawei Investment & Holding announced a first-half revenue of RMB467.82 billion, reflecting a 9.55% increase compared to the previous year. However, the company's net profit decreased to RMB23.43 billion from RMB37.05 billion, indicating a challenging profit environment despite revenue growth. The...
UBTECH Robotics, based in Shenzhen, reported a remarkable 104% increase in revenue for the first half of 2026, reaching RMB 1.27 billion (approximately $188.8 million). This surge is attributed to the growing enterprise adoption of its full-size humanoid platforms, particularly the Embodied Intellig...
Chinese AI company MiniMax announced a remarkable 703.1% increase in revenue from its open platform and enterprise AI services for the first half of 2026, reaching US$73.9 million. This segment now represents 63.4% of the company's total revenue, a significant rise from 30.3% in the same period last...
Global humanoid robot shipments surpassed 22,000 units in the first half of 2026, marking a nearly 300% increase from the previous year, according to Counterpoint Research. AGIBOT led the market with 9,700 units, capturing a 43.1% share, while Unitree Robotics followed with over 7,000 units, represe...
AGIBOT has secured the leading position in global humanoid robot shipments for the first half of 2026, delivering around 9,700 units and achieving over 43% market share, according to Counterpoint Research. This remarkable growth reflects a nearly 300% increase in the humanoid robot market year-on-y...
In the first half of 2026, Chinese manufacturers were responsible for over 97% of global humanoid robot shipments, totaling approximately 19,100 units. This marks a significant increase from about 5,100 units shipped during the same period in the previous year. Notably, AgiBot contributed around 8,4...
Brain Corp has reported a remarkable 68% growth in global deployments of its BrainOS®-powered robots during the first half of 2026. The company has surpassed 50,000 robots in operation worldwide, reflecting the increasing integration of autonomous robots in various enterprise environments. This sig...
The Tianbing No.1 AR-H1, developed by Atongmu Robotics, is the world's first humanoid robot featuring a parallel structure designed for industrial automation. This innovative design allows the robot to carry a maximum load of 200 kg while maintaining flexibility and stability, addressing the limitat...
In the first half of 2026, China's electric vehicle exports surged by 68.7% year-on-year, as reported by customs data on July 14. This remarkable growth reflects a broader increase in various sectors, including electric motorcycles and bicycles, which rose by 31.5%, and electric locomotives, which s...
On June 19, GMO AI & Robotics Trading announced a partnership with Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer Unitree Robotics, establishing a domestic agency agreement. This collaboration marks the beginning of sales for several robotic models, including the humanoid robots "G1" and "H1," as well as the q...
ZS Robotics has introduced the H125 four-way pallet shuttle in the Americas, designed to enhance safety and simplicity in warehouse operations. With a chassis height of only 125 mm, this ultra-low profile shuttle aims to meet the needs of system integrators and warehouse operators by improving opera...
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, global shipments of quadruped robots approached 35,000 units in the first half of 2026, with 40% utilized in industrial applications. Chinese companies contributed over 90% of the global market share, reflecting a similar dominance seen in humanoid rob...
In the first half of 2026, major Chinese semiconductor equipment and materials companies reported their financial results, revealing a robust demand in the semiconductor equipment market. Out of 13 companies, 12 experienced revenue growth, driven by the surge in AI computing power, expansion of wafe...
Recently, major Chinese automation companies released their financial reports for the first half of 2026. A comparative analysis by MIR Industrial highlights the revenue and net profit attributable to parent companies of key listed firms in the automation sector. In H1 2026, 14 out of 16 surveyed co...
During the 2026 World Robot Conference, attendees witnessed robots performing tasks such as grasping cups and folding clothes. However, significant advancements in robotics are occurring beneath the surface. Global shipments of humanoid robots reached over 22,000 units in the first half of 2026, mar...
According to a recent report by Smart Analytics Global (SAG), global shipments of humanoid robots reached 19,100 units in the first half of 2026, marking a 272% year-on-year increase. Chinese manufacturers accounted for over 97% of the global market share, with the domestic market absorbing more tha...
According to Smart Analytics Global, global humanoid robot shipments reached 1.91 million units in the first half of 2026, marking a significant increase of 274 percent compared to the previous year. Chinese manufacturers accounted for an impressive 97 percent of these shipments, with AgiBot leading...
Today, Yushu Technology launched its new stock subscription, marking a significant entry into the capital market for a leading player in the humanoid robot sector. This event has refocused attention on the actual development level of China's humanoid robot industry. According to the latest data from...
Suxian Micro has launched the TH1100 GPGPU, boasting 100 teraflops of computing power specifically designed for embodied artificial intelligence applications. This new product incorporates innovative in-chip compute-storage fusion and AI ROM technology, enhancing its efficiency and performance. The...
Blibli has reported a significant 55% increase in its revenue, attributed to robust growth in its retail sector. The company's consolidated take rate also saw an uptick, rising to 9% in the first half of 2026, compared to 8.6% in the same period of the previous year. This growth is crucial as it hi...
In the first half of 2026, the humanoid robot industry in China officially entered a new phase of deployment and commercialization. The focus has shifted from showcasing prototypes to large-scale implementation in real-world scenarios, driven by advancements in technology and supply chain improvemen...
In July 2026, a humanoid robot successfully performed the world's first live gallbladder surgery on a pig under the control of a surgeon. This groundbreaking procedure, documented by Nature and featured on the front page of the New York Post, has sparked significant discussions in the tech community...
In the first half of 2026, Speeding Up Technology experienced a staggering 510% surge in robot sales, reaching a total of 282,600 units sold. The company's lidar product sales also saw substantial growth, with 719,200 units sold during the same period. This remarkable increase is attributed to advan...
Airbus Helicopters, in collaboration with German defense officials, is responding to the increasing threats posed by small attack drones to military helicopters. This initiative comes amid heightened concerns regarding the vulnerability of aerial vehicles in modern combat scenarios. The partnership...
Unitree Robotics has officially announced its participation in the upcoming Beijing Humanoid Robot Marathon, marking a significant shift after a year of distancing from third-party performance. The company is set to compete with its newly refined H1 robot, which is specifically engineered to achieve...
Unitree Robotics has successfully showcased its H1 model achieving a peak speed of 10 meters per second, which aligns with the current world record for robotic speed. This milestone brings the company closer to CEO Wang Xingxing’s ambitious goal of developing a robot capable of outrunning elite huma...
Unitree has unveiled its latest flagship humanoid robot, the H2, which stands at an impressive 1.8 meters tall. This new model represents a significant advancement over the company's previous affordable offering, the R1, and aligns with Unitree's strategy to cater to different segments of the market...
POP MART International Group announced its financial results for the first half of 2025, revealing significant growth in both revenue and net profit. The company reported a revenue of RMB 13.88 billion (approximately $1.95 billion), marking an impressive increase of 204.4% compared to the previous y...
Estun has emerged as the leading player in the Chinese robotics market for two consecutive quarters, according to recent statistics from MIR DATABANK. By the end of the first half of 2025, Estun's market share reached 10.5%, which includes contributions from Estun Codroid. This significant achieveme...
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