Live Briefs 2026-08-18 · Full coverage of embodied AI
A-Share Tech Repair Rally Continues; Structural Rotation Expected
Since August, A-share tech stocks have seen rotation-driven gains across humanoid robots, brain-computer interfaces, and optical modules. Brokerages say the repair trend persists but emphasize that funding constraints and AI narrative shifts will likely lead to structural opportunities.
Galbot teases new product launch
Galbot posts a teaser message, 'Something new is coming,' and invites fans to meet. No additional details are provided.
Galbot teases upcoming GALBOT ET1 robot
Galbot, a humanoid robot company, has teased its upcoming GALBOT ET1 model with a new image on X. The tweet signals the product is coming soon, expanding the company's lineup in the humanoid robotics space.
China's Embodied AI Companies Haven't Learned How to Spend Money
China's embodied AI raised RMB 96B in a year. Now the test is spending: Unitree profits on tiny R&D while UBTECH lost RMB 4.2B. Who spends well?
How robotics is revolutionizing stroke rehabilitation
Robotic rehabilitation systems are transforming stroke recovery by enhancing neuroplasticity and enabling personalized, home-based therapy. AI-driven tools and error augmentation techniques promise more effective and accessible care for survivors.
PaXiniTech TORA-DOUBLE ONE robots work at First Farm store
PaXiniTech's TORA-DOUBLE ONE humanoid robots are deployed at First Farm food store, handling front-of-house roles: greeting, guiding customers, preparing meals, and calling out order numbers. The company's full-stack system converts human demonstrations into robot training data for an embodied manipulation loop.
Shangwei New Materials Reports H1 Loss as Robot Business Struggles
Shangwei New Materials reported a net loss of 167 million yuan in H1 2026, with revenue up 2.4% to 803 million yuan, as its robot business faced pressure during a strategic shift to embodied AI.
Shangwei New Materials Posts Loss, Bets on Robot Business Growth
Shangwei New Materials reported a first-half net loss of 167 million yuan despite a surging stock price, attributing losses to heavy R&D spending on consumer embodied AI robots. The company targets a sevenfold increase in robot revenue by 2028.
JD.com Opens First 24-Hour Smart Unmanned Coffee Shop in Beijing
JD.com's Qixian Coffee launched its first 24-hour smart unmanned store in Beijing's Galaxy SOHO, with robots handling the entire coffee-making process. The company aims to integrate AI and embodied intelligence into consumer scenarios.
Zhongwei Semiconductor Reports 98.48% Net Profit Growth in H1 2026
Zhongwei Semiconductor reported H1 2026 net profit of 172 million yuan, up 98.48% year-on-year, driven by strong demand in AI, robotics, and automotive electronics.
Beyond the Humanoid: The Multi-Form Robot Guide to WRC 2026
Quadrupeds, arms, exoskeletons and vertical robots at WRC 2026: a complete guide to 50+ non-humanoid machines and the industry structure behind them.
Biped vs. Wheeled: The Complete Humanoid Lineup at WRC 2026
Humanoids lead WRC 2026's announced lineup. A complete guide to the biped vs wheeled form-factor war and what it signals for embodied AI.
