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Shanghai Beite Technology (603009), a mid-sized Chinese automotive parts manufacturer, is investing over RMB 1.85 billion in planetary roller screws, a key component for humanoid robots. This investment represents more than ten years of the company's profits and is part of its strategy to enter the...
The 2026 Wuxi Liangxi Science and Technology City Robot Industry Development and Project Docking Conference was successfully held, focusing on intelligent manufacturing. This event gathered industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss advancements and collaborations in robotics and automation. The c...
Toshiba Chemical recently presented its innovative solutions at the Hon Hai Technology Day, focusing on humanoid robot sensing technologies and passive components. These advancements are designed to enhance vehicle integration, showcasing Toshiba's commitment to integrating robotics into various app...
KUKA Robotics will present its latest advancements in industrial and mobile automation at the Smart Technology Expo 2026. The company will showcase the KR AGILUS industrial robot and the LBR iisy collaborative robot, both featuring the new KR C5 micro-2 controller, along with the KMP 250P autonomous...
Recent developments indicate a cooling period for humanoid robots as capital and technology face new challenges. Following the release of six national standards, Yu Shu Technology saw its market value rise over 10%, reaching 190 billion yuan. This shift reflects the ongoing struggle for humanoid rob...
Comau is advancing the development of AI-enabled robotics and automation solutions by integrating Nvidia technologies. This collaboration combines Comau's extensive robotics experience with Nvidia's physical AI simulation libraries and accelerated computing, facilitating the creation of more intelli...
Zhenyu Technology announced on its interactive platform that the development of its humanoid robot products is progressing gradually. The company aims to enhance cost efficiency by optimizing process flows, increasing production line automation, and leveraging scale effects. This announcement aligns...
On October 20, Unitree Technology issued a notice regarding abnormal stock trading fluctuations, revealing a cumulative deviation exceeding 30% over three consecutive trading days. The company emphasized that the humanoid robot industry is still in its early commercialization phase, facing uncertain...
On October 18, 2026, Xinyi Technology unveiled its robot emotional companion brain during a Chongyang-themed livestream. This innovation aims to enhance daily interactions for families, particularly for elderly parents who seek companionship beyond holiday gifts. The emotional brain focuses on multi...
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced that over 400 complete humanoid robot products were produced in the first half of the year. This significant output indicates a growing trend in the development and manufacturing of humanoid robots in the region. The production of more t...
The Harbin Institute of Technology has been identified as the largest center for an underground organization within the robotics sector. This revelation highlights the significant yet often hidden activities taking place in the field of robotics, which are not always visible in mainstream discussion...
Shenzhen Ruoyu Technology Co., Ltd. has successfully secured a Pre-A funding round amounting to hundreds of millions of yuan, led by Sunway Communication, with participation from several other investors. The funds will be allocated towards the iteration of its self-developed Ruoyu Jiutian robot brai...
Yunji Technology and Taobao Flash Purchase have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to implement food delivery robots in apartment and hotel settings. This initiative aims to address the challenges of food delivery in closed environments, where riders, residents, and property management have co...
Agility Robotics has announced a partnership with Nyobolt, a leader in ultra-fast charging solutions, to enhance its Digit 5 humanoid robot. This collaboration focuses on integrating Nyobolt's advanced battery technology, which allows Digit 5 to operate for over 20 hours within a 24-hour period. Th...
Agility Robotics has announced a partnership with Nyobolt to integrate ultra-fast charging battery technology into its Digit 5 humanoid robot. This new battery system allows Digit 5 to operate for over 20 hours within a 24-hour period, significantly enhancing its productivity and efficiency. The co...
Yundie Technology has successfully completed a Series B+ funding round, raising hundreds of millions of yuan. This funding was backed by notable investors including StellarS Capital, Asia United Infrastructure, and Changzhe Investment. The capital will primarily focus on advancing embodied intellige...
On October 12, Yuejiang Technology introduced the PULSA industrial collaborative robot at the Shanghai Industrial Expo. The PULSA 7 model features a maximum joint speed of 790°/s, addressing the long-standing challenge of balancing industrial-grade motion efficiency with the safety and ease of use o...
Xiangxin Technology has commenced mass production of its second-generation dexterous hands, a key product in its robotics components line. This follows nearly two years of research and development, resulting in a lightweight design weighing only 725g and featuring advanced sensory capabilities with...
Dongtu Technology and Zhujidi Power have jointly unveiled the first fully domestically produced robot, marking a significant milestone in embodied intelligence. This development highlights the growing capabilities of domestic companies in the robotics sector, showcasing advancements in technology an...
KingKong Technology, a Beijing-based encoder and servo manufacturer, has announced the open-sourcing of its toolchain for Jumper, a crab robot featuring 22 degrees of freedom (DoF) that weighs 1.8 kg. This initiative includes simulation, reinforcement learning, and deployment capabilities, enhancing...
The Beijing Institute of Technology has published findings in its science sub-journal that suggest quadrupedal robots can achieve faster running speeds without the need for motor upgrades. This breakthrough in robotics could significantly enhance the performance of robotic systems in various applica...
Dalian University of Technology has introduced VA-Bench, a testing framework that evaluates 12 multimodal model setups on various robot-arm tasks. Among these models, Qwen3.8-max achieved the highest success rate, completing 53.93% of the tasks. However, none of the models managed to finish a strict...
SafeWorld has emerged from stealth mode with $12.2 million in seed funding, co-led by Shine Capital and a16z Speedrun, to develop robot safety simulation technologies. This funding will support the creation of a platform that provides safety testing and simulation software, enabling enterprises to e...
Excelerate Technology has received a co-funded contract from the European Space Agency Business Applications and Space Solutions (ESA BASS) program. The contract aims to develop and demonstrate an automated robotic response system for perimeter security at a critical national infrastructure site in...
China Rare Earth Group Innovation Technology Co., Ltd. has entered into a strategic cooperation with Benmo Technology. This partnership aims to enhance the industrialization of direct drive power modules specifically tailored for the robotics sector. The collaboration is significant as it seeks to...
On September 28, Maijie Technology responded to investor inquiries regarding humanoid robots. The company announced a partnership with Guangming Laboratory to establish a joint laboratory focused on micro-drive joints and bionic dexterous hands by 2025. This collaboration aims to leverage their resp...
On September 28, 2026, Zhuji Power and Dongtu Technology launched China's first humanoid robot equipped with domestic electronic architecture in Yichang, Hubei. This robot marks a significant advancement in integrating domestic industrial-grade real-time communication capabilities within complex hum...
Yushu Robotics, in collaboration with the Chengdu Houmi Silk Dance Troupe and dancer FlyingBug, showcased their talents on the finale of America's Got Talent Season 21. This marked the first time a Chinese team reached the finals in the show's history, with their performance quickly garnering over 6...
The University of Electronic Science and Technology recently hosted a robot exhibition where the Panda Robot's impressive somersaults captured significant attention. This event highlighted advancements in robotics and showcased the university's commitment to innovation in technology. The exhibition...
Jingzhi Technology has launched the VIVA, the world's first robot capable of real-time human-robot piano duets. This milestone marks a significant advancement in robotic music intelligence, evolving from mere precision to artistic expression and creativity. The VIVA robot, enhanced by the CADA syst...
Intrinsic, Google's industrial robotics and physical AI software company, has announced the open sourcing of foundational components of its robotics platform at ROSCon 2026 in Toronto. This initiative provides developers with access to essential technologies for robot control, motion planning, visio...
Guoli Intelligent Technology, founded by Dr. Liu Yang, is gaining traction in the soft robotics market, with projections indicating significant growth in China's dexterous hand sales. By 2025, sales are expected to reach approximately 19,200 units, increasing to 70,200 units by 2026, and potentially...
On September 21, Fangqi Technology announced the completion of an angel funding round worth tens of millions, with investors including Qidi Star Venture Capital. The funds will primarily be used for core technology research and development, team expansion, and accelerating the validation and commerc...
Zhishen Technology has successfully produced 15,000 industry-grade embodied intelligence robots as of June 2026. This achievement highlights the company's commitment to scaling production and meeting the demands of high-risk inspection scenarios in sectors such as power and petrochemicals. The sign...
MilliTrack, a South Korean startup, has developed AMR+, an additional positioning system that utilizes millimeter wave radio signals to enhance robot navigation in challenging environments. Traditional systems relying on cameras and LiDAR often fail in dusty, foggy, or brightly lit conditions, which...
The TianGong robot showcased its dancing abilities alongside human performers during the opening of the Second Beijing Art and Technology Week. According to reports from Beijing Daily, the robot's movements were described as smooth and human-like, captivating many onlookers. This performance highli...
A robotic dog named 'Tutu' showcased its ability to autonomously find stalls, confirm products, place orders, and make payments at the September Bund Conference. This demonstration marked it as the world's first embodied intelligent product with complete payment capabilities. The significance of th...
On September 9, 2026, Bee Technology showcased its innovations at the China International Service Trade Fair in Beijing, focusing on the theme of empowering disabled individuals through technology. The company presented its MEgo View and MEgo Gripper products, enabling disabled users to participate...
Tactile sensing technology is gaining prominence in the robotics industry as humanoid robots transition from exhibition spaces to factory floors. Since 2026, funding in the tactile sensing sector has exceeded 7 billion yuan, with the penetration rate of tactile sensors in commercial humanoid dextero...
PANDAG Technology, a Chinese commercial lawn maintenance robotics company, has recently completed a significant A-round funding, exclusively backed by Yunshi Capital. The company aims to transform its professional expertise into reusable system capabilities. This spring, a 300-kilogram robotic mower...
Benmo Technology has experienced significant revenue growth, increasing from 17.54 million yuan to 282 million yuan in three years, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 300%. The company focuses on integrated direct-drive joints, eliminating the need for reducers, which reduces energy loss a...
The pool robot industry has faced significant challenges over the past year, marked by high return rates and a competitive pricing environment. However, Chinese brands have leveraged wireless technology to disrupt the market, achieving a combined market share of 51.4% in the wireless segment, with W...
The 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC) commenced on August 19, 2026, in Beijing, showcasing over 300 exhibitors and more than 2,000 products. Enfu (China) presented its innovative sealing solutions for humanoid and industrial robots, emphasizing the importance of key component technology for precise...
On August 28, three major technology platforms were officially launched at the Zhongguancun International Robot Industry Park. These platforms include the Robot Testing Service Center, the Robot Sharing Processing Platform, and the Application Scenario Demonstration District. The Robot Testing Serv...
At the World Robot Conference, the founder of Yushu Technology addressed the limitations of humanoid robots, stating their efficiency is only 30% to 50% of human capabilities. He emphasized that the company's ongoing 'physical AI self-evolution' is still in the research phase, far from large-scale a...
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced a $90 million investment over five years to establish three new Science and Technology Centers (STCs), with each center receiving $6 million annually. One center, the Center for Human and Robot Co-Adaptation, will be led by The University of Texas at A...
Yifei Technology has released its mid-term performance report for 2026, marking its first financial disclosure since its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on May 18. The company achieved a revenue of 186 million yuan, reflecting a 58% year-on-year increase, with overseas revenue soaring by 318...
On August 26, 2026, RoboSense announced its mid-year performance, reporting total revenue of 1.02 billion yuan, a 30.2% increase year-on-year. The company sold 719,200 LiDAR units, marking a 169.6% growth, with 282,600 units sold in the robotics sector, a staggering 510.4% increase. This growth posi...
At the World Robotics Conference (WRC) 2026, tactile perception emerged as a focal point, highlighting its importance in robotic interaction. Tashan Technology showcased its tactile perception loop, addressing the limitations of visual imitation learning in complex industrial environments. The compa...
During the 2026 World Robot Conference, Hanwei Technology Group Co., Ltd. showcased five types of embodied perception products, including tactile and olfactory sensors. The company also launched the HAU925, a nine-axis inertial sensor chip aimed at embodied intelligence, and demonstrated various adv...
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