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Discover how China is becoming a global leader in robotics, integrating automation into industries and daily life.
UBTech Robotics has launched a life-size research-purpose humanoid robot, Tien Kung Xingzhe. Photo: Handout
Robotics

UBTech debuts US$41,000 humanoid as robot frenzy grips China

Standing at 1.7 metres, the Tien Kung Xingzhe can walk 10km per hour and navigate various terrains, including sand and snow.

Robotics

Agibot unveils AI model that allows humanoid robots to perform real-world tasks

Science

China wants to change the world with disruptive technologies. But what are they?

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Artificial intelligence

My Take | After DeepSeek, China gets a leg up in the quest for human-level AI

Will artificial general intelligence (AGI) arrive with a bang or quietly evolve? The answer may have implications in the US-China tech race.

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How AGI emerges could determine the outcome of the US-China AI race, writes SCMP Tech Editor Zhou Xin. Photo: AFP
Robotics

UBTech breakthrough sees humanoid robots work as a team in car factory

UBTech said it has completed a test to deploy dozens of its Walker S1 robots in the Zeekr EV factory in the Chinese port city of Ningbo.

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Artificial intelligence

Robotics star Unitree warns of scams as investors seek a way in

The start-up, whose founder attended President Xi’s business symposium last week, has become a hot investor target.

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China's economic recovery

China takes leading role in setting global standards for senior care robots

Chinese experts were heavily involved in coordinating the process that will shape the future of a key emerging industry.

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Humanoid robots developed by Unitree Robotics have gained prominence in China over recent months, with the company predicting the devices will be widely deployed in the service and industrial sectors within the next two years. Photo: AFP
US-China tech war

Hong Kong to launch 2 AI forums as US-China tech war rages

The city is shifting towards a technology-driven economy to align with Beijing’s strategic goals, with major investments planned for AI.

Robotics

Made in China 2025: how the country achieved its goals 10 years on

Is China a leader in aeronautics and robotics? What role did the government play in their success? SCMP editors answer questions about Made in China 2025.

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China technology

Home of DeepSeek, Black Myth: Wukong, can Hangzhou rival Shenzhen’s tech crown?

Shenzhen, long the heart of China’s tech industry, may have a new rival as Hangzhou’s companies take centre stage. Will they compete or collaborate?

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China technology

Shenzhen sows seeds for tech breakthroughs with AI, robotics funding

The southern tech hub is stepping up its support for home-grown innovation with a package of policies to stay competitive in cutting-edge fields.

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Shenzhen, China’s southern tech hub, is making large investments in emerging fields like artificial intelligence and robotics. Photo: Xinhua
US-China tech war

What did China’s tech titans tell Xi Jinping at the symposium?

Ren Zhengfei from Huawei, Lei Jun from Xiaomi and Wang Xingxing from Unitree all gave speeches at the high-profile meeting.

Artificial intelligence

Meet Wang Xingxing, the Unitree robotics star at Xi’s symposium

Wang, 35, is the founder and CEO of Unitree – one of China’s top developers of quadrupedal and humanoid robots.

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Ant Group

Ant Group jumps into humanoid robots as China’s AI advances

The fintech giant is hiring for a range of ‘embodied intelligence’ roles responsible for developing the brains and bodies of humanoid robots.

An Ant Group building in Hangzhou, eastern China. Photo: Shutterstock Images
China manufacturing

In China, AI-driven robots are ‘evolving at an incredibly fast pace’

Wang Xingxing, CEO of Chinese robotics firm Unitree, predicts humanoid robots will ‘reach a whole new level’ by the end of 2025.

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A humanoid robot made by Unitree Robotics is displayed at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas in January. Photo: Xinhua
China manufacturing

‘Impressive progress’: China’s humanoid robot industry dominates despite hurdles

China leads the West in number of top listed companies involved in developing humanoid robots, Morgan Stanley finds.

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China technology

From ‘robot school’ to DeepSeek, how China leads the charge for tech supremacy

DeepSeek, a half-marathon of running robots, and ‘sexbot’ advancements are just the tip of the iceberg as China goes all-in on innovation that will reshape local economies.

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Belt and Road Initiative

Belt and robot: China’s robotics industry is moving into Central Asia

Shanghai-based start-up AgiBot will partner with Kazakhstan to open the first Chinese robotics manufacturing and research facilities in Central Asia.

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Humanoid robots made by Unitree Robotics perform during Chinese state broadcaster CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala. Photo: CCTV
US-China relations

How China’s humanoid robot innovations fuel cutthroat competition with US

China, fuelled by recent successes from DeepSeek and Unitree, is making a play for pole position in humanoid robots. Can the US hold its ground?

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China manufacturing

‘Buy a robot for retirement’? China’s androids are set to change everyday life

While they are not yet capable of performing a wide range of everyday tasks, rapid development promises a bright future for humanoid robots, including in elder care.

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Robotics

Unitree humanoid robots, backed by Alibaba tech, delight Spring Gala show

The Lunar New Year eve broadcast saw 16 H1 robots join a troupe of human dancers in a unique performance of Chinese folk dance Yangge.

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Unitree’s H1 humanoid robots take centre stage to perform at this year’s Spring Festival Gala show. Photo: Unitree
Robotics

World first for robotics in China as humans gear up for race with humanoids

Dozens of humanoid robots expected to join April half-marathon in Beijing, their first such appearance in a full session.

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China has stepped up its focus on artificial intelligence and robotics to counter challenges posed by the United States as well as its own greying, shrinking population. Photo: Xinhua
Artificial intelligence

Nvidia scientist praises Chinese humanoid robot, stoking interest

Shenzhen-based Engine AI hopes to capitalise on new-found interest in its human-shaped robots by lowering prices amid intense industry competition.

US-China tech war

Chinese exhibitors are back at CES 2025 despite US tech tensions

While Chinese companies comprise over a quarter of registered exhibitors, many tech giants are notably absent.

Artificial intelligence

Tesla rival Li Auto wants to expand into an AI and robot company

The premium EV maker aims to produce humanoid robots after achieving level-4 autonomous driving, CEO Li Xiang says.

The logo of Chinese EV maker Li Auto. Photo: Reuters
Robotics

China’s top EV maker BYD kicks off robotics recruitment drive for young talent

The Shenzhen-based carmaker is increasing its investment in humanoid robots amid a flurry of investment from local governments.

The BYD logo displayed at the Beijing Auto Show on April 25. Photo: AFP
Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong

Letters | ‘Ethnic minority problems’ are really education and poverty problems

Readers discuss the negative stereotypes associated with Hongkongers of South Asian origin, a stumbling block in a controversial housing plan, and China’s automation.

China’s economic stimulus

‘A massive bet’: China eyes greater robotics innovation in bid to boost economy

Hangzhou, Chongqing and Nanjing, plus a part of the southwestern Sichuan province, release robotics policies to accelerate innovation.

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