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The second World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) will take place from August 22 at Beijing's National Speed Skating Oval, showcasing 2,056 robots from 666 teams. This year's event emphasizes commercialization and the ability of humanoid robots to perform autonomous work that generates economic value, ma...
The 2026 World Robot Conference is scheduled to occur in Beijing from August 19-23. This event will showcase a dedicated reporting team that will focus on embodied intelligence, core components, and AI applications, providing comprehensive coverage of the latest advancements in robotics. This initi...
The main forum of the World Robot Conference is set to gather leading experts, scholars, industry leaders, and corporate representatives from around the globe. They will share the latest research findings, technological breakthroughs, and practical industry experiences, focusing on new directions an...
RLWRLD, a company specializing in physical artificial intelligence, has been recognized as a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer for 2026 due to its development of the Robotics Foundation Model RLDX-1. This prestigious designation is awarded annually to 100 innovative technology firms that are e...
Hello Robot has been recognized as a technology pioneer by the World Economic Forum for its innovative Stretch system, which offers mobile manipulation assistance to older adults and individuals with disabilities. This acknowledgment highlights the company's commitment to enhancing the quality of li...
The World Economic Forum has announced its 2026 cohort of Technology Pioneers, featuring 100 early-stage companies from 23 countries. Approximately half of the selected firms are engaged in artificial intelligence and robotics, with a significant emphasis on technologies that support AI deployment r...
A new partnership has been established to enhance the Lighthouse Operating System Advisory Board, focusing on assisting manufacturers in modernizing their processes. This initiative, announced recently, seeks to leverage innovative strategies and technologies to improve operational efficiency within...
In the first half of this year, China's humanoid robot production exceeded 40,000 units, with expectations to surpass 100,000 units by year-end. The top ten listed companies in the industry have combined orders exceeding 30 billion yuan. However, the challenge remains to convert this production capa...
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, emphasized the critical role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping global economic fortunes during a recent event in Singapore. She noted that while AI investment is expected to match historical infrastructure investmen...
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