Humanoid Robots

UBTECH unveils its UWORLD U1 Series humanoid robot during the company's 2026 Global Launch Event in Shenzhen, China, on June 30, 2026.(UBTECH Robotics/Facebook)

China markets humanoid robots as companions amid demographic crisis

Chinese robotics company UBTech has introduced a humanoid robot marketed for companionship as the country confronts gender imbalance and population aging, highlighting technology's emerging role in addressing demographic challenges.

July 2, 2026

AI-powered robots offer new hope to German factories

Robots powered by physical AI drew attention at Germany’s Hanover fair, where firms promoted them as a way to modernise factories, ease labour shortages and help Europe compete with the US and China.

April 22, 2026

Humans far behind as robot breaks record at Beijing half marathon

The winning humanoid completed the roughly 21-kilometer (13-mile) course in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, at an average speed of about 25 kilometers per hour, according to state broadcaster CCTV.

April 19, 2026