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Spirit AI has deployed its Moz1 wheeled humanoids on production lines at CATL and JD.com. This move marks a significant step in integrating advanced robotics into manufacturing processes. The deployment of Moz1 is crucial as it reflects the growing trend of utilizing humanoid robots in industrial s...
On September 16, JD announced its new local lifestyle business, Qixian Chef, aiming to enter the home cooking market. The initiative features an AI-driven meal planning service where users can upload health reports and dietary preferences, generating tailored meal plans. The cooking robot, priced at...
JD Logistics has deployed 11 different types of robots across over 20 provinces in China, including a dexterous arm that has surpassed the single-machine economic model threshold. This approach contrasts with the industry's focus on humanoid robots, emphasizing that the shape of robots should be det...
JD Logistics has announced its ambitious goal to procure 3 million robots to enhance its logistics operations. This initiative is part of JD.com's broader strategy to integrate advanced automation into its supply chain processes. The significance of this procurement lies in JD Logistics' aim to str...
At the JD Global Technology Explorer Conference on September 9, 2026, JD Logistics introduced its 'Wolf Pack' of robots, featuring nine models designed for various logistics tasks. The company announced a bold 'Physical AI Acceleration Plan' aiming to procure 3 million robots, 1 million unmanned veh...
JD.com is intensifying its automation efforts by planning to deploy 3 million robots across its logistics network over the next five years. This initiative includes the introduction of the Wolf Robot series, which is designed to handle repetitive tasks and operate in challenging environments, as con...
JD Cloud has announced plans to construct a computing cluster featuring 100,000 general-purpose GPUs from Moore Threads. This initiative was unveiled during JD's 2026 Global Technology Explorers Conference and aims to enhance capabilities in large-model training, inference, and embodied AI, making c...
JD Cloud is advancing its 'physical AI' initiative, which spans from advertising in airports to its annual JDD conference. This strategy focuses on integrating robots, embodied data, and home devices, marking a shift as AI technology transitions from digital screens into tangible real-world applicat...
At WAIC 2026, JD.com emphasized that the most knowledgeable individuals about robotics may not necessarily be those who manufacture them. This insight reflects a growing recognition of the importance of data and intelligence in the robotics field, as evidenced by the significant interest from data p...
John Deere has introduced JD, a conversational AI tool designed to provide farmers with instant insights from their historical field data. This innovation aims to enhance farm profitability by allowing users to interact directly with their operational metrics, moving beyond traditional methods of da...
Zhuang Yuzheng, the former head of embodied intelligence at JD.com, has officially joined Beta Infinity as Chief Scientist. This move comes approximately seven months after he left Huawei to work at JD.com, marking a significant transition to the consumer-focused embodied AI startup founded less tha...
JD 7Fresh has inaugurated its first 24-hour unmanned robot coffee shop in Beijing, achieving a Guinness World Record by serving 202 cups in one hour. This innovative venture raises questions about the potential for robot cafes to replace traditional human baristas in the coffee industry. The signif...
Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate and JDSC have announced the start of domestic trials for the Loki cleaning robot, developed by Loki Robotics in Switzerland. This initiative aims to innovate building maintenance operations in next-generation smart buildings, addressing the growing demand for automation...
From August 19 to 23, 2026, the World Robot Conference (WRC 2026) took place in Beijing, focusing on human-machine collaboration and industry integration. JD.com, as a global strategic partner, unveiled its robot strategy, emphasizing supply chain, service, and technology dimensions to accelerate co...
At the 2026 World Robot Conference, JD.com announced its unique approach to the robotics industry, focusing on infrastructure rather than manufacturing. The company aims to invest over 10 billion yuan in robotics by 2028, establishing a framework that ensures robots are easy to purchase, use, and ma...
JD.com founder Richard Liu announced the company's initiative to eliminate technology barriers by opening its full-stack self-developed AI to global partners. This move is part of JD's broader strategy to enhance its logistics capabilities and foster collaboration in the AI sector. The company's si...
At the WAIC, a significant focus was on the practical applications of robotics, with over 60 of the 200 exhibiting companies emphasizing 'scenarios' for deployment. Notably, a rope-driven humanoid robot showcased by Ant Group and Guoda Pharmacy efficiently sorted medications, demonstrating smooth an...
At the WAIC, the focus shifted to practical applications of robotics, with over 60 out of 200 exhibiting companies emphasizing 'scenarios' for deployment. Notably, Ant Group and JD showcased their capabilities through a humanoid robot that efficiently sorted medications and assisted customers in ret...
JD.com has announced a significant investment of $1.4 billion to establish a nationwide RoboBase network, marking its transition from a logistics giant to an embodied AI platform. The initiative includes plans for the procurement of 300 million robots and the construction of over 80 bases throughout...
On July 11, JD Group signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement with the Guangdong provincial government, focusing on nine key areas including digital economy and modern logistics. The first physical benchmark of this agreement, the RoboBase project, commenced construction in the Huangpu...
JD.com has initiated the construction of its first RoboBase in the Huangpu district of Guangzhou. This project is designed to establish a closed-loop robotics ecosystem, integrating various robotic technologies and applications to streamline operations. The timeline for completion and specific inves...
NeodraDynamics has introduced the Neo1, a 4-meter and 1.2-ton heavy-duty hydraulic robot, in collaboration with JD Industrial at the CIIF. This hybrid hydraulic-electric robot aims to overcome the limitations of traditional pure-electric robots by providing enhanced performance for industrial applic...
The global market for professional service robots experienced significant growth, with nearly 250,000 units sold in 2025, marking a 24 percent increase from the previous year. The transport and logistics sector dominated this market, accounting for approximately 117,500 robots sold, which represents...
At JD's Robot Data Collection Center in Suqian, data collectors are teaching robots to mimic human activities such as cooking and scanning. This innovative approach transforms everyday actions into precise data points, essential for training embodied intelligent models. The center aims to collect ov...
Chinese internet companies are increasingly investing in robotics, deploying technologies such as robotaxis, delivery drones, and warehouse robots. This strategic move into the physical world is aimed at enhancing their logistics and service capabilities. The expansion into robotics is significant...
JD.com (JD) Founder Says Company Will Retrain Couriers for Robot Shift Jeff Lewis Sun, July 5, 2026 at 4:35 AM PDT 1 min read 9618.HK CEC.DE JD JD.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:JD) is one of the 9 Most Oversold Strong Buy-Rated Stocks to Invest In Now. On June 23, 2026, JD.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:JD) founder and chai...
A furniture startup, launched just a year ago, has successfully raised $200 million in an angel funding round, attracting significant investments from major players including JD.com, Sequoia Capital, Hongyi Investment, and Linear Capital. This remarkable financial backing highlights the company's in...
The Dignity and Pride for the Future 2026 congress took place on June 29 at the NBC Congress Center in Nieuwegein, focusing on the future of elderly care. It gathered healthcare professionals, administrators, researchers, and technology developers to exchange knowledge on innovative solutions for su...
JD.com has launched the 'Nirvana Plan,' an initiative aimed at retraining 700,000 couriers as robotics maintenance technicians in response to the growing trend of robotic delivery systems. This program, announced recently, involves collaborations with 120 educational institutions to deliver speciali...
The regional round of the National Robotics Awards took place at RoboUnity in Theater De Omval, showcasing the collaboration between education, research, business, and society in robotics and AI. The event highlighted the growing strength of regional cooperation within the Dutch robotics ecosystem,...
During the 2026 APEC China CEO Forum on Sunday, JD.com founder Liu Qiangdong announced the introduction of the company's internal Nirvana Plan. This initiative is designed to support the adaptation of its 700,000 delivery workers and other frontline employees to the challenges posed by artificial in...
JD.com has announced a strategic partnership with two robot leasing platforms, marking a significant step in expanding its service offerings beyond mere equipment rental. This collaboration comes in response to the increasing demand for robot leasing, which is primarily fueled by the need for cost-e...
At the 2026 World Intelligent Industry Expo, JD.com unveiled its advanced "Wolf Pack" robot matrix, which integrates aerial, ground, and warehouse automation technologies. The company's founder, Liu Qiangdong, emphasized a commitment to retaining all employees affected by automation, assuring that n...
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...
Qianxun Intelligent has unveiled its inaugural project in partnership with JD.com, introducing the Mo Robot, which will prepare coffee in JD MALL stores. This initiative, launched recently, seeks to advance the use of embodied intelligence in the retail sector. By integrating the Mo Robot into the s...
Chery has officially launched its Mornine M1 humanoid robot on JD.com, with a price tag of 285,800 yuan. This release represents a notable advancement in the commercialization of humanoid robots by traditional automotive manufacturers. The Mornine M1 is equipped with advanced capabilities tailored f...
JD.com has introduced a new robot ambulance service aimed at providing maintenance and repair solutions for various types of robots, including humanoid, quadruped, and AI companion models. Launched on Wednesday, this innovative service encompasses a range of offerings such as basic repairs, fault di...
JD.com and Unitree Robotics are set to launch their inaugural offline experience store in Beijing tomorrow. This new retail space marks a significant transition for consumer robotics, moving from predominantly online presentations to a tangible, in-person shopping experience. The initiative aims to...
In the third quarter of 2025, Meituan reported a staggering operating loss of 19.8 billion yuan ($2.7 billion), marking its largest loss since going public. This significant downturn is attributed to intense competition in China's food delivery sector, which has driven companies to engage in heavy s...
Chinese startup Noetix has garnered significant interest for its upcoming humanoid robot, priced under $1,400, with over 500 units already pre-ordered ahead of its anticipated release in 2026. This early demand suggests a promising market reception for the innovative technology, as consumers and bus...
JD Logistics revealed on Friday its ambitious plan to acquire three million robots, one million autonomous vehicles, and 100,000 drones over the next five years. This initiative aims to significantly enhance automation within its logistics and supply chain network. The company has already successful...
China Changan Automobile Group and JD Group have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing digital innovation within the automotive supply chain. The signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Beijing and included representatives from five major Changan brands, such as Avita...
JD.com has officially launched its intelligent robotics division, marking a significant expansion into the robotics sector. This development follows the company's recent strategic investments in three companies specializing in embodied intelligence: Spirit AI, LimX Dynamics, and EngineAI. Additional...
On Monday, JD.com, a prominent Chinese e-commerce company, announced the completion of strategic investments in three companies specializing in embodied intelligence: Spirit AI, LimX Dynamics, and EngineAI. The total investment is estimated to be around two billion yuan (approximately $280 million),...
On July 18, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) convened discussions with major food delivery platforms Meituan, Ele.me, and JD.com amid an ongoing subsidy war in the industry. The regulatory body emphasized the importance of adhering to e-commerce regulations, anti-unfair comp...
On May 14, JD.com’s food delivery service faced significant disruptions, leading to widespread user complaints about delayed and unassigned orders. The incident prompted a surge of online discussion, with the hashtag #JD_Food_Delivery_Crashed_Again trending across various social media platforms. In...
JD.com, the prominent Chinese e-commerce company, has taken steps to enter the autonomous taxi market by filing for the trademark “Joyrobotaxi.” A subsidiary of JD.com submitted multiple applications to the China National Intellectual Property Administration on April 1 and April 9. These filings enc...
JD.com, a leading Chinese e-commerce company, released a public letter on Sunday directed at its delivery riders, condemning a rival—widely thought to be Meituan—for allegedly reintroducing the contentious "pick one" practice. This tactic reportedly pressures part-time couriers to choose between del...
JD.com is expanding into the realm of embodied intelligence, particularly in home applications, as reported by Shanghai Securities News on Monday. The Chinese e-commerce giant has created a specialized business unit to spearhead its initiatives in this innovative sector. In a strategic move to enhan...
JD.com has reported that its newly launched food delivery service has achieved over 1 million daily orders just 40 days after its debut. The platform collaborates with more than 450,000 dine-in restaurants across 142 cities in China. This impressive growth is largely credited to JD.com’s policy of z...
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