Runway AI introduced Praxis-1, an open-weight world action model that turns large-scale video pretraining into robot control. The company is testing it with early partners including Noble Machines, Standard Bots, and Ultra, and plans a public release with open weights in the coming months.
Sharpa has shown its W02 hand catching a toy: the operator reaches out and closes their hand as the toy comes in, and W02 mirrors the movement in real time. Sharpa says the compact, human-scale, fully tactile hand turns a natural human gesture directly into robotic motion, bringing intuitive control to real-world manipulation.
Noetix Robotics has introduced Boomy, a humanoid robot the company describes as built for real-world exploration. According to Noetix, Boomy combines full-body motion, interaction, real-time vision and practical control in a single platform that users can actually build and experiment with, with the aim of moving robotics out of the lab and into users' hands.
Clone has introduced Torso 4, the outcome of a redesign, describing it as a human-level torso built to automate stationary bimanual tasks for enterprises. The company says the new torso is set to launch in November.
On September 20, a Chinese company put two personal robots on sale in China, starting at RMB 19,999 (about $2,800). Anyone typing "a robot that does my chores" into a search box now has, for the first time, an option they can actually order. It does not do chores. The one that does sits on the other side of the Pacific, costs roughly seven times as much, and still keeps a remote operator on call for the hard tasks. Article structure: - 1. What People Search For, and What Is Actually on Sale - 2. What $2,800 Buys - 3. The Price Tag on Chores - 4. Why Companionship Comes First - 5. What to Watch Over the Next Twelve Months
Noetix Robotics says its Boomy humanoid is a development platform aimed at builders, offering multiple coding methods, custom interactions and hands-on teaching. The company frames it as an open development environment for experiments, and says what users build next is up to them.
A Chinese team has officially released the first embodied robot with a fully domestic electronic architecture, aiming to provide a domestic 'nervous system' for physical AI.
Flourish, a San Francisco–Paris startup, is opening sales for Flourish One, a $3,555 wheeled humanoid home robot that busy parents can train via smartphone in under 30 minutes. The first batch of 50 units will use per-home, cloud-trained skills and phone-based teleoperation to test practical domestic robotics.
Huabao New Energy (301327.SZ) announced that its "Solar-Charging Mars Robot 5000" has completed a functional prototype. The company continues to advance its "solar storage + robot" fusion strategy by integrating energy storage technology with robotics applications.
Sharpa introduced three new products at IROS in Pittsburgh: the D01 tactile-aware mobile manipulator, the W02 compact tactile dexterous hand, and the AE01 haptic data glove. Together they aim to close the hardware loop for complex contact-rich manipulation, from whole-body execution and fine hand control to human demonstration data collection.
WOMMER has introduced industrial-grade pneumatic and electric grippers to education, adapting them for teaching robots. The two-finger end effectors retain industrial rigidity and precision while adding floating modules and durable materials for vocational training.
Noetix Robotics has shown off Boomy, a compact humanoid built for real motion. The robot combines 21 active joints in its body, covering everything from steady bipedal walking to full-body movement, and can walk, turn, move and perform. The company says more real-world demos are coming soon.
Noetix Robotics is preparing the Kickstarter launch of its Boomy robot and has opened a pre-launch survey. The company asks users what matters most to them, how they would use Boomy, and what they want to see before launch. The survey takes 3 to 5 minutes, and 5 participants will win an exclusive NOETIX Tyvek tote bag.
At the 15th InnoTrans in Berlin, CRRC unveiled a next-generation AI-integrated metro train—the first to apply embodied AI in rail transit—alongside a hydrogen fuel-cell hybrid locomotive and an intelligent flatcar. The metro uses over 600 sensors and onboard AI to monitor conditions and predict faults.
Lumos Robotics introduced Lumos Ego Vue, a head-mounted egocentric multimodal data collection device for robot learning. It offers binocular first-person capture, high-precision hand tracking and multimodal time synchronization to record real-world tasks and operating data. Connected to the company's Lumos NexCore, the pipeline supports multi-source data input plus data quality control and processing.
Unitree's GD01 manned transforming mech, priced from 3.9 million yuan, has drawn attention but no sales yet. Founder Wang Xingxing says large robots are an inevitable trend and Unitree would rather build them than leave the market to others.
Agility Robotics has launched Digit 5, a humanoid robot built for safe close-proximity collaboration. It can avoid, stop, crouch, and cut motor power when people approach, eliminating the need for safety fences while repeatedly lifting 50-pound loads.
Noetix Robotics has compared its Boomy and Bumi humanoid robots, saying the two belong to the same humanoid family but are built for different ways to explore robotics. Boomy targets everyday interaction, while Bumi is aimed at deeper development and customization, with the post noting the two models suit different types of users.
PitPro Automation has installed its first robotic tire-changing system at a Kal Tire store in Calgary, Alberta. The company says it can replace four tires in 15 minutes, roughly 90% faster than manual work, and is targeting chain shops facing severe labor shortages.
The Robot Works has unveiled Goose, a home robot prototype that favors a low, long-necked form over a humanoid body. Designed to reach low and high spaces without complex balance control, Goose uses camera eyes, an orange beak-gripper, and a polka-dot scarf to make its behavior and purpose legible.
California-based LUUM is using robots and AI to automate eyelash extensions, handling precise single-lash placement while human professionals manage consultation, preparation, customization, and finishing. The service is available in Dallas, the Bay Area, and Orange County, with New York City and Chicago coming soon; LUUM says robots will eventually work three to four times faster than human lash artists.
Mifeng Technology launched Mifeng Pai, a crowdsourced platform that recruits ordinary people as robot trainers. In a 12-hour trial, the author wore MEgo gear to record chores and earn money.
SenseTime ecosystem company SenseMart Shanhui has launched SenseMart OS, a retail operating system for unmanned stores. Its Shaomaigou robot stores average 0.2–0.3 staff per location and can pay back in about six months to a year at premium Shanghai sites.
Agility says the biggest obstacle between humanoid robots and real work is not intelligence, better hands or a bigger battery, but a safety fence. Digit 5 is being built to remove that fence: it notices people, yields to them and works in the same space they do. Forbes coverage of the launch cited $300 million in orders.
Intrinsic, Google's AI robotics group, has open-sourced key parts of its platform under the name Intrinsic Core. The release includes hardware-agnostic control, pose estimation, motion planning, grasp planning, simulation, camera calibration, and ROS drivers, plus a reference design for machine tending.
Mengfengpai launched a data crowdsourcing infrastructure that includes head-mounted and gripper collection devices, a user-facing app, and a data governance engine. The company also announced a 100-million-yuan subsidy plan and a scenario data alliance to scale embodied AI training data to billions of hours.
Qiyuan Robotics, a Swancor subsidiary, has priced its Q1 and T1 humanoid robots from 19,999 yuan, with authorized experience stores in seven Chinese cities. Developers and educators look like the first buyers, while thin margins, high return rates and unproven consumer demand cloud the economics.
Mifeng Technology on Sept. 23 launched “Mifeng Pai,” a platform that lets ordinary users such as mothers, store clerks, and craftspeople collect embodied AI data by wearing MEgo devices in real-world settings. The company says registration requires personal information authorization and that privacy data will be desensitized.
LimX Dynamics has officially opened the SDK for its Luna robot, offering tool-based support across the entire development pipeline. The company says developers can go from data to real-robot execution in as little as half a day.
Beta Infinite has officially released its first robot, positioned as a "teammate" for daily life. The company says the product focuses on companionship and home services, with more updates expected.
Noetix Robotics has introduced Boomy, a programmable humanoid robot with true bipedal walking, open development, hands-on motion teaching, voice interaction and customizable features. The company says Boomy is built to move, interact and grow with users' ideas, so it can be explored, coded, modded and personalized. It will launch soon on Kickstarter, with demos and development updates to follow.
Lumos Robotics has launched Lumos Station Lite, a real-robot development and validation platform powered by NexCore. It spans skill development, model deployment, dual-arm execution and task evaluation, helping developers turn embodied AI capabilities into real-world performance. The workflow runs from data to skills, deployment, validation and evolution, aimed at accelerating the industrial embodied AI developer ecosystem.
LimX Dynamics has shown an unboxing video for its Luna robot, highlighting a complete accessory set that is ready out of the box. With one tap, Luna can step into and out of its box for intuitive control. The company says the feature will be available soon through an OTA update and invites users to stay tuned.
Newport Hospital has become the first in Rhode Island to adopt the da Vinci 5 surgical robot, with the entire cost covered by donations after a year of fundraising. The system will be used for minimally invasive procedures in urology, gynecology, thoracic surgery, and general surgery, while humanoid surgical robots remain in early feasibility studies.
CRRC launched a green-intelligent digital metro train at InnoTrans in Berlin, calling it the first metro to use embodied intelligence. The train uses multi-source sensors for autonomous perception, cuts weight by about 18 percent, and was shown alongside a hydrogen fuel cell locomotive and an intelligent flat car.
RealMan Intelligent Technology and Zhuxin IoT have jointly launched "Silicon-Based Duty," a power O&M brand that places RealBOT series robots in live distribution rooms. Using RealMan's GLN remote operations network, certified operators direct on-site robots for switching, meter reading and inspection, closing the gap between platform alerts and on-site action.
Intrinsic has open-sourced Intrinsic Core, a set of ROS-compatible capabilities for building robot applications, under the Apache 2.0 license. Announced at ROSCon 2026, the release includes real-time control, pose estimation, motion and grasp planning, and a machine tending reference design.
Lumos Robotics says its Lumos Robot Theater made its global debut on September 19 with the show "Robots and Their Friends", putting robots on stage for a live performance experience. The first show was a success, and the company says it welcomes more audiences to see it in person. The cast features the robot NIX and its friends.
Dobot has highlighted its CR10A collaborative robot for automating loading and unloading in repetitive part handling. The robot carries a 10 kg payload and offers a 1300 mm reach, which the company says supports stable and flexible handling. The CR10A belongs to Dobot's CRA series of collaborative robots.
Xiaomi's AI hardware team has open-sourced YareLampGo, a robotic arm desk lamp that integrates AI interaction. The lamp can respond to voice commands with physical movements, demonstrating embodied AI in home devices.
Qiyuan Robot, a consumer embodied intelligence brand under Shangwei Xincai, has launched the Q1 and T1 personal robots starting at 19,999 yuan with immediate shipping, prioritizing companionship, education and entertainment over household chores. The company says in-stock sales serve as a trust signal, while hardware acts as an entry point for long-term monetization through content, IP and application subscriptions.
Agibot's latest humanoid, the A3 Ultra, shifts from martial arts demos to service tasks like hotel check-ins and clothes folding. However, its $89,299 price tag puts it in high-end industrial equipment territory, far from mass adoption.
UBTECH Robotics announced that the first batch of its UWORLD U1 Series ultra-bionic humanoid robots has been delivered, saying what was once science fiction is now shipping. The company added that it looks forward to bringing the U1 to more places.
Faraday Future shares jumped over 5% premarket after the company unveiled nine EAI robot configurations, covering humanoid, quadruped, and wheeled-arm forms, starting at $9,990.
Boke Testing (301598.SZ) announced on its investor platform that it has developed testing equipment for embodied robots, drawing on its automotive testing expertise.
Qiyuan Robot, a subsidiary of Shangwei New Materials, launched the Q1 and T1 consumer humanoid robots starting at 19,999 yuan, the lowest price for such specs. The company aims to capture the second and third waves of the robotics industry, focusing on content-driven ecosystems and combined functional, emotional, and asset value.
Qiyuan Robot, under Shangwei New Materials, launched its Q1 and T1 consumer humanoid robots on Sept. 20, with the lowest price at 19,999 yuan—a record low for comparable models. The launch underscores how embodied AI is entering a consumer phase as components mature, supply chains improve, and prices fall.
Shangwei New Materials' consumer embodied AI brand Qiyuan Robot launched the Qiyuan Q1 and T1 personal robots in Shanghai on Sept 20. The Q1 is priced at 19,999 yuan, and both models ship immediately upon purchase.
Qiyuan Robot launched its Q1 and T1 personal robots in Shanghai on Sept. 20, with base models priced at 19,999 yuan. The Q1 Explorer edition costs 26,999 yuan as the company targets the consumer market.
Blue Bug Embodied has launched Xiaobai, a modular humanoid robot starting at 9,800 yuan (about $1,350), aiming to break the industry's price threshold.
At the 58th MOS Exhibition in Slovenia, UBTECH debuted Europe's first Walker C1 humanoid robot, which stepped out of its transport case on its own and performed a dance, showing its agile motion. Cruzr S2 also appeared, joining Dr. Anze Logar, Minister of Economy, Labour and Sport. Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa and other senior officials watched the demonstration.
GMO AIR has launched Japan's first ambulance dedicated to humanoid robots, offering on-site diagnosis, repair, backup units and transport to repair centers. The service aims to minimize downtime as robot fleets scale, turning after-sales support into a mobile, productized capability.
Agility says its humanoid Digit 5 is designed around lessons from years of real-world deployment. According to the company, the hard part was never the task itself, but everything a real facility demands around the robot. @robotreport covered Digit 5's new legs, batteries and safety upgrades.
COFE+ Gen7 coffee robot demonstrated at the Xiangshan Forum, producing a customized latte art coffee in 58 seconds. Haitun Robotics says the system uses AI and fluid dynamics for stable, repeatable output, with deployments in 70 countries and regions.
Leapmotor announced at its 2026 Tech Day that it has developed a fully self-researched embodied AI robot, with all core components including motors, controllers, batteries, perception algorithms, and computing platforms developed in-house. The company aims to leverage its automotive technology stack for robotics and seeks commercially viable applications beyond lab prototypes.
51WORLD's stock rose after announcing that its APER embodied intelligence business, launched on August 18, has accumulated over 200 million yuan in orders in less than a month. The company expects more than 90% of these orders to be delivered in mass production by year-end.
Ahead of Xingyuan Robotics' Q1 and T1 consumer robot launch, robotics shares and the Huatai-PineBridge robotics ETF climbed intraday on September 17, with Fengta Technology up 9.83%. The market is pricing the event in early, and observers say pricing and delivery timelines will matter more than specifications.
On September 17, robot-concept stocks strengthened, with the CSI Robot Index up 0.95% and related robot ETFs rising nearly 1%. The move followed QingTianZu's launch of seven robot RaaS products.
AI Insider analyzes the redesign of Agility Robotics' Digit 5 humanoid and the requirements for putting a humanoid to work at scale, covering higher payload, faster charging and a new safety system.
Agility Robotics has spent over a decade developing five versions of its Digit humanoid, evolving from the record-setting biped Cassie to the workplace-ready Digit 5. The latest model introduces human-like legs, longer battery life, and the ability to safely operate near human workers.
Agility says the hardest part of building a working humanoid is that power, safety and endurance conflict with one another, and claims its Digit 5 robot holds all three. The company also thanked @BotJunkie and @IEEESpectrum for their review of the machine.
In September, the embodied AI sector saw a wave of model launches, with three robot body makers releasing five models in eight days. Songyan Dynamics launched its Scalabot sub-brand and two HERON architecture models, as hardware firms seek to add stronger AI "brains."
Lumos Robotics says its robot theater is ready for a live show in Shenzhen on September 19. The performance will feature robots handling dance, martial arts, music, comedy and more on stage.
Unitree has launched the H2, a 180cm, 70kg humanoid robot that can perform ballet and kung fu. The new model features 31 joints and a human-like face, expanding applications from industrial inspection to companion services.
Agility Robotics has unveiled Digit V5, replacing its iconic backward-bending bird legs with humanoid legs optimized for lifting. The redesign emphasizes strength, efficiency and safety, with 50 lb payloads, a 10:1 runtime-to-charge ratio and a Physical AI architecture aimed at factory deployment.
Agility Robotics has unveiled Digit 5, a humanoid robot that can lift 23 kg, work safely alongside humans without barriers, and operate for over 20 hours a day. The company claims it is the first truly safe humanoid worker, with a cost expected to drop below $50,000 at scale.
InOrbit.AI has released OpenRobOps, an open-source robot operations and fleet management foundation. The software provides the industry's first reference implementation of the ISO 21423 interoperability standard, aiming to help OEMs avoid the build trap of custom back ends.
Hesai Technology has introduced its new MT series lidar, which packs survey-grade, ultra-high spatial resolution into the smallest form factor in its class. The sensor offers an ultra-small beam spot, ultra-high ranging precision and cumulative scan densification. Hesai calls the MT a new benchmark for high-precision 3D lidar used in mapping.
Agility Robotics has introduced Digit 5, its next-generation humanoid robot, engineered for cooperatively safe work at scale. The company says it can operate in close proximity to people without the physical safety barriers that traditional automation requires. It is the fifth generation of the Digit platform.
Lumos Robotics has introduced Lumos NexCore, a platform that connects data, models, skills and robots in one continuous workflow. The company says users can train, test, improve and deploy a robot skill through the same system.
Agility Robotics has introduced Digit 5, a new humanoid robot built for cooperatively safe work at scale in industrial environments. CEO Peggy Johnson says the machine removes a major barrier to scaling humanoid robots in industrial settings.
Agility Robotics has unveiled Digit 5, a humanoid with more human-like legs, upgraded batteries, faster charging and a safety architecture that lets it work near people without physical barriers. The company, which is going public via a SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp. XI, expects early access in the first half of 2027 and general availability by year's end, plus its first deployments outside North America.
HONOR says its Robot Phone offers an open Agent Skills interface that lets third-party developers build new experiences on the device's gimbal, perception and embodied-interaction capabilities.
HONOR says its Robot Phone, running on MagicOS, introduces a YOYO Robot Mode that combines multimodal perception, contextual understanding, gesture recognition and physical movement.
According to HONOR, the gimbal system in its Robot Phone reduces overall system size by 65% compared with mainstream gimbals, while structural strength is increased by 200%.
HONOR says the Robot Phone integrates an ultra-compact 4-DoF mechanical system built around its Titanium Agile Gimbal. The module went through 60 manufacturing processes, uses more than 100 precision components, and is backed by over 100 patents.
Blue Insect Embodied, a Xi’an Jiaotong University technology-transfer company, has launched the modular Mantis Standard humanoid robot, also called Xiaobai, starting at RMB 9,800. The robot offers 22 degrees of freedom, a 7 kg single-arm payload, sub-10 ms teleoperation latency, and a 3 m/s omnidirectional base.
Unitree has launched the G1+, an upgraded humanoid robot with six improvements covering motion, perception, interaction, and endurance. The standard model costs RMB 95,000 in China, while the G1+ EDU version is available by contacting sales.
Faraday Future plans to unveil nine robot bodies on September 19, covering humanoid, quadruped, and wheel-arm forms, and says it will become the most complete US robot-body maker. However, model breadth is not a moat; delivery records, real-world reliability, and government and rental channels will determine whether the strategy works.
Qiyuan Robotics, the consumer robot arm of Swancor Advanced Materials, is preparing to deliver the 88 cm, 15 kg Q1 and the transformable T1. The company is betting that smaller, home-fit robots—backed by RMB 210 million in prepayments—can prove more practical than full-size humanoids for unpredictable domestic environments.
YuanDian Robotics' Bridge, billed as the world's first high-performance AI-native humanoid robot, made its overseas debut at IFA 2026 and won a formal IFA Innovation Award in the Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies category. Priced from 8,888 yuan, the robot sold over 600 units on its first day and pairs open developer tooling with the company's OpenBridge open-source ecosystem.
At CIFTIS, Shendu Jizhi unveiled Prime Lite, a 3D-printed modular educational robot that lets students assemble, wire, and debug a full system. The bet is not on today's education market but on building a pipeline of engineers who can repair, debug, and deploy embodied-AI robots a decade from now.
ZOOMLION has introduced a floor tile paving robot that pairs laser sensing with integrated pressing and grinding. The machine offers efficiency of up to 24 m² per hour, with paving accuracy held within 3 mm over a 2-meter span.
Noetix Robotics announced on September 8 the launch of Scalabot, a new sub-brand. The company is best known for building robot bodies, while Scalabot will focus on building the brains that power them. Noetix also released a video giving a quick look at what Scalabot is working on and where it is headed.
XPeng Robotics has launched what it calls the world's first automated production line for general-purpose humanoid robots, with its first unit walking off the assembly line under its own power. The event signals XPeng's push to transfer electric-vehicle manufacturing know-how into robotics, though core embodied-AI challenges remain.
XPeng has started operations of its automated production line for humanoid robots, with the first IRON robot completing automated assembly and walking off by itself. The company says the line integrates automotive manufacturing practices and has over 80% automated core processes, aiming to scale production of general-purpose humanoid robots.
AGIBOT received Best of IFA honors from @techradar, @Techlicious, @BGR, @GadgetFlow, @HOMECRUX and @GadgetyNewsCom, as well as the IFA Innovation Award for its A3 robot. The company says the awards reflect growing momentum behind its humanoid robot lineup. It adds that this is just the beginning.
Zhiyuan Robotics unveiled AGILE2.0, an integrated visual-motor end-to-end model enabling robots to see, plan, and act in real time. Demonstrations include dynamic tasks like fire hoop jumping and ball walking, showcasing breakthrough whole-body coordination.
XPeng officially launched its robot production line on September 8, with the world's first high-end general-purpose humanoid robot completing automated assembly and walking off the line independently.
XPeng's humanoid robot production line officially launched on September 8, with the world's first high-end general-purpose humanoid robot completing automated assembly and walking off the line independently.
HONOR demonstrated the agile HONOR Robotics A1 and the 8.83-second sprint of the HONOR Robotics D1 at the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games, describing the showcase as a sci-fi blockbuster experience.
At IFA 2026, RoboSense's all-solid-state digital lidar E2 made its mass-production debut on the Navimow H5 Pro robotic mower, marking the first commercial application of its self-developed 'Peacock' chip.
Galbot has opened pre-orders for its ET1 humanoid robot, which the company calls the world's first autonomous learning-capable agentic humanoid. The ET1 is positioned as a native agent for the physical world, equipped with a 100M-scale motion foundation model for stable, natural movement.
Dobot Robotics announced it will showcase new innovations at IFA 2026 at Messe Berlin, Hall 25, booth H25_151. The company highlighted that its latest offerings are designed to move, interact and adapt, bringing robotics closer to everyday life. The post also invited attendees to visit the booth.
Cleaning robots are entering the consumer market, but booking a robot housekeeping session in Shenzhen remains nearly impossible. Despite factory success, their household performance still falls short, with folding one garment taking over ten minutes.
ZOOMLION unveiled 38 new-generation products at its global launch of intelligent logistics equipment in Ma'anshan. The company said the lineup supports its strategies of globalization, green development, intelligent manufacturing and scenario-based solutions.
Galaxy General Robotics opened preorders for its humanoid robot 'Galaxy Star' on September 3, marking a milestone in native agent robots and accelerating scalable commercialization.
At LEAP in Saudi Arabia, HONOR Robotics showcased its D1 and A1 robots at the company's booth, drawing crowds, and later took the main stage to unveil its global AI strategy. HONOR said its hardcore innovation is catching attention from fans and top international media, underscoring its push into robotics and AI.
On August 29, AGIBOT and @RW_Genting held an exclusive preview of 'Wukong Never Fades', a five-chapter robotic performance featuring 40+ AGIBOT robots from X2, A3, and D1 series. Combining robotics, Chinese mythology, music, and live performance, it aims to create a new kind of guest experience.
Li Auto has officially launched its new-generation MEGA MPV at 509,800 yuan, with deliveries starting this week. The vehicle features advanced comfort, chassis, and intelligent systems, along with a 710km range and rapid-charging capability.
A $399 duck: $1M in 7 hours, 10,000 pre-orders in 5 days, a Chinese chip stock at its limit-up. How Microduck redrew the physical AI entry ticket.
Australia lags behind global average in robot density, so HowToRobot and Robotics Australia Group have launched AutomationFinder.com.au, an AI-powered platform to help local manufacturers identify automation opportunities and connect with suppliers. The partnership aims to accelerate adoption and add billions to Australia's GDP by 2030.
Shanghai Hejian Industrial Software Group released its next-generation EDA product suite, including China's first EDA intelligent agent kit for digital chip verification and the first 3D chip physical design tool. These offerings fill gaps in domestic commercial-grade 3DIC physical design and EDA agents.
In a promotional post, Galaxea Dynamics highlights its LEMO platform as more than just dual robotic arms, calling it the starting point for embodied AI. The company presents LEMO as a one-platform, out-of-the-box solution that enables faster creation, emphasizing its role in accelerating robot development.
OpenClaw, an open-source AI assistant, has released version 2.0, shifting its focus from standalone intelligence to cross-device agent infrastructure, with upgrades across conversation, browser control, memory, automation, plugins, and security.
Qianxing Intelligence has developed Iron Armor Battle Arena, a real-world mech combat game featuring humanoid boxing robots controlled by motion-sensing controllers. The product aims to bring embodied AI into entertainment venues, with plans for league play and IP integration.
At WRC 2026, Galaxea Dynamics unveiled NEXO, a next-generation mobile manipulator with 30 degrees of freedom and a dual-arm payload capacity of up to 20 kg, designed for real-world productivity across industries.
ZOOMLION introduces its embodied intelligent robot, featuring millisecond-level response, flexible movement, and advanced AI computing. The robot supports autonomous decision-making, intelligent learning, and scenario adaptation.
AI robotics company Sharpa has raised 4.5 billion yuan from Alibaba, Meituan, Tencent, and JD.com, and deployed a dual-arm robot ice cream maker at a DQ store in Shanghai.
A dual-arm robot has officially started making DQ Blizzards in stores, completing the process in 55 precise steps without any spill. The collaboration between Sharpa and DQ showcases the growing role of embodied AI in fast-food service.
Hugging Face's new Microduck robot, a bipedal singing machine, learns tricks via reinforcement learning and will ship before Christmas. Pre-orders sell one every four seconds.
IDS Imaging has introduced the Nion industrial ToF camera with 1.2-megapixel resolution and integrated depth processing. The camera provides stable depth data at 30 fps even in variable lighting, suitable for logistics, automation, and robotics.
Bedrock Robotics has deployed fully autonomous excavators on construction sites in Texas and Nevada. The retrofitted machines aim to address labor shortages, improve safety, and reduce cost overruns.
Noetix Robotics showcased its robot Bumi in a traditional Hanfu outfit, taking a leisurely walk among flowers. The company invited fans to suggest what look Bumi should try next.
Figure came out of stealth with Index, the largest and most diverse robot dataset to scale general purpose robots. The company reported 264,000 app downloads and 16 million uploaded videos to date.
Skild AI announced today it is deploying its S1 foundation model with a limited group of industrial partners, with plans to roll out to more customers in the coming months. The company describes S1 as the first light on a new path toward general intelligence grounded in the physical world.
NVIDIA introduced the Jetson Orin Nano 2, an entry-level edge AI computer that doubles inference performance for robotics applications. The module delivers 78 TOPS, 8GB memory, and 40% lower power consumption, with availability expected in the first half of 2027.
At the 2026 World Robot Conference, JD.com announced its robot strategy with 10 billion yuan in supply chain investment by 2028. The plan covers supply chain, service, and technology, aiming to deploy robots across millions of scenarios and households globally.
Alte released a concept video for a six-legged special robot at NVIDIA Physical AI & Robotics Partner Day, designed for hazardous environments like high-altitude, underground, and tunnels for inspection and maintenance.
SWANCOR subsidiary Qiyuan Robot officially opened pre-orders for its Q1 and T1 models on August 23, boosting the parent company's shares by over 7% at market open.
Shangwei New Materials has opened pre-orders for its consumer robots Qiyuan Q1 and Qiyuan T1, with the first batch expected to ship in September. Reservations are available through multiple channels.
At WRC 2024, Zhongqing Robotics CTO Li Lixiang introduced the company's full-stack embodied AI roadmap and launched EngineAI Awaken, a brain-inspired engine. The system integrates WAM and VLA models, achieving over 98% success rate in long-horizon tasks with just 2 hours of deployment and fine-tuning.
SpaceXAI has expanded the availability of its Grok robot, adding support for SuperGrok Plus, Cursor Pro+, and Cursor Teams plans.
At WRC 2026, Yuequan Bionics and the Jilin Bionic Robot Innovation Center jointly launched their embodied intelligent product matrix, aiming to provide core components for embodied intelligent robots.
YouYi Technology introduced its first deformable humanoid robot, T01, at the 2026 World Robot Conference. Designed without mimicking human form, it uses a leg-arm reuse structure to cut costs by nearly 50%.
At the 2026 World Robot Conference, Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center launched Tiangong Omni, a new open platform for humanoid-native embodied intelligence, and made Pelican-VL 2.0 commercially available with enhanced agentic capabilities for long-horizon tasks and tool use.
AGIBOT has unveiled its new-generation full-size humanoid robot, the A3. The company showcased the robot's powerful moves, lightning-fast reactions, and uncompromising precision. In a dramatic reveal, the A3 is presented as a challenger with a master who pushes him further. The launch highlights AGIBOT's continued push in humanoid robotics.
Noetix Robotics will showcase Bumi, a robot butler, at Gamescom 2026 in partnership with Infinity Nikki. The event runs from August 26 to 30, 2026 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. Noetix will be at booth 9-A054. The company describes Bumi as a new kind of welcome home, blending technology with comfort.
Xiaomi's new humanoid robot 'Tie-Da' made its public debut at the 2026 World Robot Conference, with the company reporting a 98% success rate in automotive factory operations and new complex scenarios.
Galbot has unveiled its new GALBOT ET1 humanoid robot in a social media post.
Unitree has introduced the R1, a seven-axis dexterous robotic arm starting at RMB 9,900. It features 0.1mm repeatability, high-speed joints, and a 2kg payload, with open-source software planned for research and industrial use.
Unitree Technology has launched a bionic 7-axis dexterous robotic arm with high-precision seven-axis bionic joints, priced from 9,900 yuan.
AGIBOT, a humanoid robotics company, posted a teaser featuring a martial arts master with a sword and lightning-fast moves. The post hints at a mysterious challenger entering the arena, leading to an ultimate showdown. The company asks who is behind the mask.
Pudu Robotics has unveiled the MP2000, an AI-powered autonomous pallet handler designed for high-frequency, heavy-payload transport in warehouses and factories. The robot features fast pallet pickup cycles of 20 seconds, 3D lidar and depth cameras for obstacle avoidance, and support for various pallet formats.
PaXiniTech officially opened its showcase in Beijing, making the global debut of its newly launched products and full-stack embodied perception technologies. The week will feature keynotes, workshops, and the latest robotics innovations. The company's team is on-site to engage with researchers, industry leaders, and enthusiasts.
PaXiniTech makes global debut of new products in Beijing, showcasing full-stack embodied perception tech. Day 1 draws buzz, team on show floor.
Galbot posted a teaser suggesting something new is coming, inviting followers to see it at an upcoming event. Details remain under wraps.
Diligent Robotics has begun rolling out Moxi 2.0, its next-generation hospital robot, to U.S. health systems. The robot features faster perception, longer runtime, and a learning flywheel that improves with each deployment.
Hong Kong-based Jiuguang Technology unveiled its new industrial humanoid robot, Xiaorui G3, on March 17. The robot demonstrated the ability to lift and carry a 50kg barbell, highlighting its potential for heavy-load industrial applications.
PaXini announced PX6AX GEN4, a new generation of professional-grade robotic ITPU tactile sensing units, offering more dimensions and richer tactile data. The product will make its world debut at WRC, Booth B203, Hall B.
Unitree unveiled a new 'Superman' humanoid robot, with cumulative production exceeding 18,000 units, marking a milestone in mass manufacturing. The robot ETF (159213) rose over 2% as tech stocks rallied.
Unitree unveiled a preview of a new humanoid robot codenamed 'Superman.' The robot can perform a standing high jump of 2 meters and reach a top speed of 12.66 m/s, with a leg length of 0.85 meters. The company claims these capabilities surpass the standing high jump and running speed records of all humans worldwide. The new machine has been in development for just over three months, and Unitree believes there is significant room for further improvement in the coming months.
Volkswagen China will roll out its full-scenario advanced driver-assistance system across three joint ventures starting in Q3 2026, covering seven new electrified models. The system, developed by CARIZON (a JV with Horizon Robotics), could be followed by a Level 3 system in H2 2027.
Galbot posts a teaser message, 'Something new is coming,' and invites fans to meet. No additional details are provided.
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.
PaXiniTech will showcase its latest sensing products and solutions for embodied AI at the World Robot Conference 2026, held August 19-23 at Beiren Etrong International Exhibition & Convention Center in Beijing. The company will debut the products publicly for the first time at Booth B203, Hall B.
Recent launches of new 'Chuang' series indices, including ChiNext photovoltaic, smart driving, and robotics indices, have spurred fund firms to rapidly file over 30 related products in H2, expanding tools for new quality productive forces.
Mech-Mind Robotics introduces the Mech-Eye ULTRA M-GL, a high-resolution, high-speed industrial 3D camera designed for three robot vision challenges: thin parts under 1 mm, transparent objects, and high-throughput applications. Advanced optics and algorithms deliver accurate 3D data.
QIYUAN Robot, a consumer-grade embodied intelligence brand, has opened new experience stores in Hangzhou and Wuhan, marking its entry into central and eastern China. The expansion underscores the company's push to bring personal robots into mainstream consumer markets.
China's robotics sector rebounds with the CSI Robot Index up 6.95% in August, while Unitree's plan to produce 12,500 humanoid robots by 2026 serves as a key catalyst.
Tianma Microelectronics has been named the exclusive screen supplier for Honor's new Robot Phone, marking the debut of its Tianma TianGong OLED display on an embodied AI terminal.
Honor's CEO Li Jian announced that pre-orders for the Robot Phone have surpassed 400,000 units. The phone, starting at 9,999 yuan, will go on sale on August 18.
Honor has launched the world's first Robot Phone, with prices ranging from 9,999 to 12,999 yuan. The device integrates robotics and AI technologies to redefine user interaction.
Unitree Robotics reported on August 12 that its humanoid robots have reached a cumulative production milestone of approximately 18,000 units, reflecting strong market demand.
Mech-Mind's video highlights how the Mech-Eye ULTRA M-GL handles thin parts under 1 mm, transparent objects, and high-throughput applications with high-resolution, high-speed 3D imaging.
Nori Robotics has opened pre-orders for its Nori L3, a $1,688 wheeled dual-arm home robot designed for chores like folding laundry and pouring wine. The company aims to democratize physical AI with an aggressive price point and open-source developer platform.
PaXini announces the upcoming release of its PXCap Pro five-finger data collection glove, claiming it sets a new industry benchmark. The full reveal is scheduled, and the product will be shown at Booth B203, Hall B.
QiYuan Robotics launches Q1, a compact humanoid robot designed for safe home interaction with advanced motion control and customizable shells. It stands out by prioritizing emotional connection and user-defined appearances over parameters.
RoboStore has launched Robo Inc., a U.S.-based robotics manufacturer and systems integrator, to help American organizations deploy robots more easily. The new company will focus on application-specific solutions, hardware-agnostic integration, and compliance with U.S. regulations, while leveraging RoboStore's experience with thousands of deployments.
Chinese banks are capitalizing on the IPO boom by launching wealth management products focused on new stock subscriptions, with major banks like China Merchants Bank and SPD Bank introducing dedicated sections on their mobile apps. Meanwhile, Unitree Robotics' IPO subscription is set for August 10.
Noetix Robotics presents Robot Bumi, a companion robot that joins hobbies, listens to stories, and is always there as a friend, painting a vision of a desired future.
The Yijing X9, a product of the Dongfeng-Huawei full-stack collaboration, reveals its interior featuring the HarmonySpace 6 cockpit. It integrates MoLA 2.0 architecture, a trillion-parameter end-to-end AI, and an AMS in-cabin sensing system for proactive safety.
NEURA Robotics explains its NEURA Gym approach: partner companies define specific tasks mapped to their own processes, requirements, and environment. Experienced operators' expertise is captured as trained, scalable robot skills.
Unitree's Chairman and CTO Wang Xingxing announced plans to further expand into the consumer market, building on existing online and offline retail presence.
Nearly 100 industrial inspection quadruped robots were mass-delivered in Wuhan's Optics Valley, marking the largest such order in Central China. The robots, developed by local firm Chengxin Zhilian, feature millimeter-level positioning and autonomous navigation, signaling a shift from lab to large-scale industrial deployment.
Noetix Robotics unveiled Bumi, a humanoid robot, with a description of its first day and an invitation for users to create signature moves.
China's robotics sector rallied on August 5, 2026, with the CSI Robotics Index up 2.97% and Robot ETF Huaxia (562500) gaining 2.83%. Tesla's Optimus production line launch and increased family office investments fueled the surge.
In Changsha's Xinchushi showroom, AI cooking robots stir-fry pepper-pork in 2 minutes 17 seconds, precisely replicating chefs' heat control and wok hei. By digitizing recipes and using AI algorithms, they tackle flavor inconsistency in Chinese restaurant chains; the product now covers over 200 cities in China and 20+ overseas.