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🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Xiaomi deepens push into chips and AI as peers race to develop humanoid robotics

Xiaomi is intensifying its investment in core technologies like chips and AI to bolster its position in deep-tech amidst growing competition in humanoid robotics.

Feb 25 • 07:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

China Dominates the World Market: Friedrich Merz in the Land of Robots

China is rapidly advancing in humanoid robotics, enhancing productivity in factories and aiming to enter the European market, with notable manufacturers attracting attention during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.

Feb 25 • 06:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Is this the most unusual robot in a long time?

Droidup, a Chinese company, has introduced a new humanoid robot model named Moya, which features warmth similar to that of a human and is set to be released for sale later this year.

Feb 22 • 18:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

China Leads the 'Robot Revolution' and Achieves Astonishing Numbers

China is at the forefront of a global technological race in robotics, with a projected significant increase in humanoid robot production driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and government investments.

Feb 22 • 09:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The humanoid revolution speaks Mandarin: this is how China showcases its advantage in the new technological race

China is showcasing its advancements in humanoid robotics through a viral television performance featuring synchronized robots executing kung fu moves during the Chinese New Year gala.

Feb 18 • 08:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Tesla's High-Risk Turn Towards Robotics and AI

Elon Musk is shifting Tesla's focus from electric cars to the development of self-driving vehicles and humanoid robots, indicating a significant strategic change for the company.

Feb 17 • 22:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Humanoid robots 'fight' martial arts on Chinese New Year

Humanoid robots showcased impressive martial arts skills during a major Lunar New Year television spectacle in China, demonstrating the nation’s ambitions in robotics and manufacturing.

Feb 17 • 14:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: The world's fastest humanoid robot runs faster than a human: top speed 35 km/h

A Chinese robotics company has unveiled a humanoid robot named Bolt that can run at a speed of 35 km/h, surpassing many top sprinters.

Feb 17 • 12:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Video: Chinese Humanoid Robots Amazed with Advanced Abilities

During a major televised event in China, advanced humanoid robots showcased their capabilities, highlighting China's ambition in robotics innovation.

Feb 17 • 09:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

China's New Year Show Paraded Even More Agile Humanoid Robots

China's New Year celebrations featured a televised gala showcasing advancements in humanoid robotics, highlighting the country's technological ambitions.

Feb 17 • 04:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will Robot Doctors Treat the Rich or the Poor?

Elon Musk claims that Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, will outperform human surgeons within three years, raising questions about the future role of AI in medicine.

Feb 17 • 04:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chinese humanoids are the center of attention at the Lunar New Year spectacle; watch the video

China's annual Lunar New Year gala showcased cutting-edge humanoid robots, reflecting the country’s ambition to lead in robotics and manufacturing.

Feb 16 • 18:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Watch.. China launches the first professional league for humanoid robot combat

China has launched the world's first professional league dedicated to humanoid robot combat, showcasing advanced AI technologies and martial arts algorithms.

Feb 14 • 09:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Boxing Among Robots, a Remarkable Championship Begins in China

China has launched a unique championship called the Ultimate Robot Knockout League, where humanoid robots will compete against each other in boxing matches.

Feb 14 • 01:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

World's fastest humanoid robot runs 22 MPH

A humanoid robot named Bolt has achieved a unprecedented speed of 22 miles per hour, setting a new record for humanoid robots during real-world testing.

Feb 13 • 17:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

ZETIN of University of Seoul Wins RoboCup Korea Open 2026

ZETIN, a robotics club from the University of Seoul, has won the Humanoid Adult Size division at the RoboCup Korea Open 2026.

Feb 13 • 00:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Warm-skinned AI robot with camera eyes is seriously creepy

A Shanghai startup has unveiled Moya, the world’s first biometric AI robot, which has raised concerns due to its unsettlingly human-like appearance.

Feb 12 • 11:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Humanoid robots are getting smaller, safer and closer

A New York robotics startup, Fauna Robotics, has unveiled a compact humanoid robot named Sprout, designed for safe operation in public spaces like homes, schools, and offices.

Feb 10 • 17:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Dramatic Training Video of 'Atlas' Running on Ice and Tumbling Released

Hyundai Group is preparing to deploy its humanoid robot Atlas in production, showcasing its advanced capabilities in a recent training video.

Feb 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Robots Seen Training in Martial Arts with Humans, Video from China Goes Viral

A video showing humanoid robots practicing Kung Fu alongside monks at a Shaolin temple in China has gone viral, highlighting the country's advancements in robotics and AI.

Feb 9 • 03:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Another Chinese Wonder: This Robot Runs at Sprinter's Pace and is Named Bolt

The Chinese robotics company MirrorMe Technology has unveiled a humanoid robot named Bolt, achieving a top speed of 10 meters per second (36 km/h), marking a significant advancement over previously created bipedal robots.

Feb 5 • 15:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

For Living Spaces – This AI Humanoid Robot Could Easily Deceive in the Dark

DroidUp, a Chinese robotics company, unveiled its latest creation, Moya, the world's first advanced humanoid robot, in Shanghai, showcasing its ability to mimic human-like behaviors.

Feb 4 • 13:13 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Funding surge powers Chinese robotics firms as focus shifts to humanoid ‘brains’

Chinese robotics companies are experiencing a funding surge, particularly in developing humanoid intelligence systems supported by state-backed funds and major tech firms.

Feb 3 • 12:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The First Croatian Humanoid Robot Visited Zagreb: 'Robots Are Not a Threat to Humans'

Tanka, the first Croatian humanoid robot developed by Vandri Robotics, garnered significant attention during its visit to Zagreb, showcasing the potential roles of humanoid robots in tourism, education, and public spaces.

Jan 16 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

China dominates global humanoid robot market with over 80% of installations

China captured over 80% of the global humanoid robot market in 2025, led by companies like AgiBot and Unitree Robotics, with predictions of significant market growth by 2027.

Jan 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

A vacuum that climbs stairs and a smart ring that measures blood pressure: What did this year's CES tech fair offer?

The 2026 CES showcased a variety of household humanoid robots and innovative tech products, including LG's cooking robot and AgiBot's dancing robot X2.

Jan 12 • 16:24 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Robotic Searches by Hyundai at CES

Hyundai revealed its plans for robotics and artificial intelligence at CES in Las Vegas, including the integration of humanoid robots in its Georgia production plant starting in 2028.

Jan 8 • 15:59 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Life & Tech

Robots wow crowds at Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

The Consumer Electronics Show showcased interactive machines and AI technology, with highlights including OlloNi the wheeled cyber pet and advancements in humanoid robotics.

Jan 8 • 15:57 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Chinese robots invade the consumer electronics exhibition in America

Over 149 Chinese companies in the humanoid robotics sector are participating in the ongoing CES 2026 in Las Vegas, making up more than 24% of the total participants in that sector.

Jan 7 • 05:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Hyundai bets on humanoid robots to take on risky jobs

Hyundai Motor plans to deploy humanoid robots in its American factories starting in 2028 to automate risky and repetitive manufacturing tasks, as announced at CES in Las Vegas.

Jan 6 • 07:58 UTC

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