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Chinese humanoid robot’s martial-arts demo sparks skepticism

Chinese humanoid robot’s martial-arts demo sparks skepticism

A clip showing a humanoid robot from Chinese robotics company EngineAI executing martial-arts-style kicks and fast, precise motions sparked skepticism, prompting the company to publish raw footage to verify its authenticity.
AI robot pet Moflin charms Japan with its adaptive personality

AI robot pet Moflin charms Japan with its adaptive personality

Humanoid robot passes disaster test by throwing bottle into barrel

Humanoid robot passes disaster test by throwing bottle into barrel

Humanoid robots are entering our lives—but are we ready for the risks?

Humanoid robots are entering our lives—but are we ready for the risks?

If I bought a humanoid robot to serve as a butler, and a hacker took control to break into my home, who would be held responsible?
July 24, 2025 | 08:38 pm PT
China's fleet of penguin-like robots delivers 7-Eleven goods via subway

China's fleet of penguin-like robots delivers 7-Eleven goods via subway

China's property giant Vanke has launched a world-first fleet of autonomous robots that deliver goods for 7-Eleven stores in Shenzhen by commuting on subway trains.
July 15, 2025 | 07:12 pm PT
Swiss robot displays agility and skill in badminton game with humans

Swiss robot displays agility and skill in badminton game with humans

A four-legged robot developed by Swiss institution ETH Zurich has demonstrated the ability to play badminton against a human, using artificial intelligence to track, predict, and hit shuttlecock shots in real time.
May 29, 2025 | 01:12 am PT
‘That thing is possessed’: robot dog spooks real dog in viral NYC video

‘That thing is possessed’: robot dog spooks real dog in viral NYC video

A robot dog startled a real dog on a New York City street, sparking online debate after footage of the incident went viral.
May 26, 2025 | 08:51 pm PT
China's humanoids face off in world’s first robot boxing tournament

China's humanoids face off in world’s first robot boxing tournament

Chinese robotics firm Unitree showcased its G1 humanoid robots trading blows and even scoring knockouts in the world’s first humanoid boxing competition.
May 25, 2025 | 07:48 pm PT
Robots brew, serve, chat in Hanoi café

Robots brew, serve, chat in Hanoi café

Twitter Bean Coffee in Hanoi’s Cau Giay District is drawing attention with its four robots that brew coffee, serve beverages and interact with customers.
May 5, 2025 | 12:14 am PT
China’s police roll out humanoid robots for traffic control

China’s police roll out humanoid robots for traffic control

Police in China's Sichuan Province, have introduced AI-powered humanoid robots to help manage traffic, while also rolling out robotic dogs to support SWAT teams in daily patrols and public safety operations.
May 4, 2025 | 07:09 pm PT
Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths

Musk says Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots affected by China's export curbs on rare earths

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Tuesday that the production of its Optimus humanoid robots had been affected by China's export restrictions of rare earth magnets.
April 23, 2025 | 07:24 pm PT
China rolls out robots at tourist attractions to boost visitor experience

China rolls out robots at tourist attractions to boost visitor experience

China has deployed robots at major tourist destinations during the Qingming Festival to assist hikers, welcome visitors and perform interactive shows as part of efforts to digitalize tourism.
April 10, 2025 | 08:59 pm PT
China’s humanoid robot to run Beijing half-marathon - Can it win?

China’s humanoid robot to run Beijing half-marathon - Can it win?

China’s Tiangong Ultra humanoid robot will compete in a Beijing half-marathon on April 13, aiming to finish the race at speeds of up to 12 km/h.
April 2, 2025 | 01:46 am PT
Quiz: Which Asian country developed the world's first humanoid robot capable of performing a kip-up?

Quiz: Which Asian country developed the world's first humanoid robot capable of performing a kip-up?

The Unitree G1, developed by the country, could perform a kip-up, flipping from its back to its feet with impressive strength, coordination, and humanlike balance.
March 27, 2025 | 11:17 pm PT
China’s Unitree, behind world’s first kip-up humanoid robot, delays household models over safety concerns

China’s Unitree, behind world’s first kip-up humanoid robot, delays household models over safety concerns

Chinese robotics firm Unitree, the company behind the world’s first kip-up humanoid robot, says it does not plan to launch household models in the near future due to safety concerns.
March 26, 2025 | 01:25 am PT
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