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As humanoid robots move from demonstrations into factories and public spaces, the challenge is shifting from building a capable machine to designing the computing infrastructure that allows thousands of robots to operate reliably. For years, the development of humanoid robots has focused on hardware: stronger actuators, more dexterous hands, better batteries, and more capable sensors. But as robots begin moving into real-world environments, another challenge is becoming harder to ignore — where should their intelligence actually run? A humanoid robot does not necessarily need to carry its entire “brain” inside its own body. Instead of placing all computing resources on…

South Korea’s annual robotics exhibition will bring together manufacturers, startups, and technology companies to explore the next stage of industrial automation, service robotics, and AI-driven robotic systems. ROBOTWORLD 2026 Overview South Korea’s robotics industry will once again gather in Seoul’s metropolitan area as ROBOTWORLD 2026 returns as one of the country’s major exhibitions dedicated to robotics and automation technologies. The event will be held from November 4 to November 7, 2026, at KINTEX (Korea International Exhibition Center) in Goyang, South Korea. The exhibition is organized by the Korea Association of AI Robot Industry (KAIRI) and brings together companies across the…

A video showing Unitree’s new AS2-W robot navigating rugged outdoor terrain has recently drawn attention from robotics enthusiasts and hikers, raising a question that once seemed closer to science fiction: could robot companions eventually become part of everyday exploration? The footage, originally released on Unitree’s official channels, shows the wheeled-leg quadruped moving across uneven mountain terrain, maintaining balance while crossing rocks, slopes, and rough surfaces. Unlike traditional robot demonstrations that focus on impressive jumps or acrobatic movements, the AS2-W video demonstrates something more practical — a robot designed to keep moving when the environment becomes unpredictable. Indian industrialist Harsh Goenka…

IEEE-RAS Humanoids 2026 Event Details Event 2026 IEEE-RAS 25th International Conference on Humanoid Robots (Humanoids 2026) Date December 6–9, 2026 Location Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, California, USA Organizer IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (IEEE RAS) Main Topics Humanoid robots, embodied AI, robot learning, perception, control systems, and human-robot interaction As **humanoid robots** move from research laboratories toward real-world applications, one of the world’s most influential academic events in the field is preparing to bring together researchers, engineers, and industry leaders in Silicon Valley. The 2026 IEEE-RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots (Humanoids 2026) will take place from December…

At WAIC 2026, the biggest attraction was not just the humanoid robots on display, but the technologies and suppliers working behind them. Inside Hall H3, humanoid robots of various designs were demonstrating their capabilities. Some were bipedal and walking steadily, others were rolling on wheels, while dexterous hands grabbed objects on display stands. Visitors from sectors ranging from manufacturing to healthcare to investment queued up enthusiastically to shake hands and test the robots’ tactile response. This year, embodied AI was elevated to a core track alongside intelligent computing at WAIC. The surge in foot traffic at H3 was a telling…

Shanghai in July 2026 – temperatures approaching 40°C – but that didn’t stop the crowds from flooding into the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC). This year’s WAIC scaled up even further, with exhibition space topping 100,000 square meters for the first time. More than 1,100 companies showed up, showcasing thousands of AI technologies and products. Among all the noise, one shift stood out as the most telling signal: robots are no longer just a subcategory of AI exhibits. They have become one of the core industry tracks of the conference itself. In Hall H3 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition…

China’s humanoid robotics industry is entering a new phase, according to fresh data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on July 20. The country has developed more than 400 complete humanoid robot models, representing over half of the global total. Meanwhile, Chinese-made quadruped robots account for nearly 70% of worldwide sales, making China the dominant supplier in that niche segment. The numbers tell a bigger story than just product counts. Compared with the past few years, when competition centered on tech demos and lab validation, China’s robotics sector has now built a full industrial ecosystem—covering R&D,…

Walking through the robotics halls at WAIC this year, the shift in tone was immediate. For years, the main event at these shows was a robot’s walking smoothness or its ability to dance. In 2026, the only thing that seemed to matter was whether those machines could actually perform useful work. The scale of the exhibition showed how far the industry has moved. The organizers counted 208 embodied AI systems and more than 300 physical robots on display, and Chinese manufacturers filled nearly every corner of the hall. They brought mass-production plans, commercial contracts, and field-ready solutions. Between them, they…

If there was one defining trend at previous editions of the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2026), it was the dominance of foundation models. Over the past few years, exhibitors largely focused on computing infrastructure, AI chips, large language models, and generative AI software. Hardware often played a supporting role. That changed at WAIC 2026. This year’s conference marks a noticeable shift in where China’s AI industry is placing its attention. Robots—particularly embodied AI and humanoid robots—have emerged as the biggest attraction across the exhibition halls, reflecting how the conversation is moving beyond AI models and toward physical intelligence. The…

For the past few years, the collaborative robot (cobot) industry has been searching for a fresh growth narrative. Having transitioned from “novelty” to “mature product” in traditional industrial settings, cobots have steadily increased their penetration across sectors like 3C electronics, automotive, lithium battery manufacturing, healthcare, education, and research. But as adoption grows, the competitive pressure has become equally intense. Price wars, product commoditization, and channel saturation have become unavoidable headaches for the sector. Then, around 2025, a new variable entered the equation: humanoid robots. From Tesla’s Optimus to Figure AI and Agility Robotics—and on the domestic front, players like AgiBot,…