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Chinese robotics companies said interest from overseas buyers remained strong at this year’s Canton Fair, China’s largest trade expo, despite the ongoing trade war with the United States. Photo: Xinhua
US-China trade war

‘Nothing like this in US’: for China’s robot makers, Trump’s tariffs don’t bite

Many firms say they feel little pressure to lower prices, as there are few viable alternatives to their products.

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Robotics

China’s humanoid robot half-marathon puts technology’s limits on public display

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Robotics

China’s humanoid robot half marathon winner wants to be ‘Android’ of robotics

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US-China trade war

Tesla can’t make Optimus robot for US$20,000 without China, humanoid experts say

As US-China trade war tariffs bite, mass production of Tesla’s Optimus ‘likely to be put on hold’, threatening Elon Musk’s plans, according to Chinese industry insiders.

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One humanoid-industry insider estimates that hands account for about 10 per cent of the cost to make Tesla’s Optimus robot. Photo: AFP
One humanoid-industry insider estimates that hands account for about 10 per cent of the cost to make Tesla’s Optimus robot. Photo: AFP
Artificial intelligence

Guangdong boosts AI and robotics subsidies after DeepSeek’s success

A new initiative seeks to position Guangdong as a ‘global highland’ for AI and robotics, following DeepSeek’s success.

Robotics

Unitree Robotics profitable since 2020, eyes expansion amid high demand

The Hangzhou start-up known for its robot dogs told local media it had no immediate plans for additional fundraising.

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Chinese tech giant Tencent invests in Shanghai robotics start-up Agibot

Robots have become a hot investment area in China as VC firms, supply chain partners and tech giants jostle to back leading start-ups.

The Tencent logo is seen behind a robotic hand in this illustration taken February 16, 2025. Photo: Reuters
The Tencent logo is seen behind a robotic hand in this illustration taken February 16, 2025. Photo: Reuters
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Unitree’s robots won’t be helping with the cleaning up just yet

Despite growing competition, Unitree’s founder says the company will not release household robots until safety issues are sorted out.

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China’s Shenzhen Dobot excites investors with US$27,500 humanoid

The Hong Kong-listed company has begun taking pre-orders for the robot, with mass production expected by mid-2025.

China technology

Venture capital funds flock to China’s Zhejiang province amid hi-tech push

Provincial capital Hangzhou is home to Alibaba and start-ups DeepSeek, Unitree, Deep Robotics, Game Science, BrainCo and Manycore.

A bird’s-eye view of Hangzhou, capital of eastern Zhejiang province. Photo: Shutterstock
Robotics

China manufacturing, AI pose an ‘existential threat’ to US in robotics sector

Domestic manufacturers’ share in China, the world’s largest robotics market, nears 50 per cent, up from 30 per cent in 2020.

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The United States and China are locked in competition for dominance in the robotics industry. Photo: Shutterstock
The United States and China are locked in competition for dominance in the robotics industry. Photo: Shutterstock
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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.

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

GO-1 feeds massive amounts of images and videos to the robots so they can better understand human actions.

Two Sessions 2025

In China’s economic transition, who’s up and who’s down?

As China continues its economic transformation, some industries stand to gain tremendously – and others are being left in the dust.

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Two Sessions 2025

Why are China’s ‘little giants’ a big hit at ‘two sessions’?

Premier says government will promote growth of SMEs that use sophisticated technologies to produce unique products.

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A journalist raises his hand to ask National Development and Reform Commission chairman Zheng Shanjie a question at a news conference in Beijing on Thursday focused on China’s economy. Photo: AFP
A journalist raises his hand to ask National Development and Reform Commission chairman Zheng Shanjie a question at a news conference in Beijing on Thursday focused on China’s economy. Photo: AFP
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China’s robotics start-ups emerge as new venture-capital darlings

In the first two months of the year, US$276 million in new funding was raised by China’s humanoid robot developers across 20 deals.

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Two Sessions 2025

Guangdong eyes industry modernisation with economic crown on the line

Guangdong aspires to be the vanguard of China’s technological and industrial innovation, the province’s top official says.

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Robotics

Shenzhen boosts role as China’s humanoid robotics base with Unitree venture

Unitree, based in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou, has established a wholly-owned venture called Shenzhen Tianyi Technology.

A humanoid robot from Unitree is seen during the Global Developer Conference, organised by the Shanghai AI Industry Association, in Shanghai on February 21, 2025. Photo: AFP
A humanoid robot from Unitree is seen during the Global Developer Conference, organised by the Shanghai AI Industry Association, in Shanghai on February 21, 2025. Photo: AFP
Artificial intelligence

China tech contest features robotics for first time amid AI investment frenzy

The contest, which officially kicked off in late February, is co-organised by Ant, CUHK, Peking University and Beijing Normal University.

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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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Foxconn

Foxconn breaks ground on new China headquarters in EV push

The move marks a major step by the Apple contractor to diversify its business into EVs, semiconductors, robots and other areas.

Foxconn is building a new global headquarters in China. Photo: Reuters
Science

Another DeepSeek moment? China’s kung fu bot goes open source

China’s robotics race is whirling ahead – and it could give martial arts masters a run for their money.

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Unitree’s humanoid robots’ abilities are advancing in literal leaps and bounds after the company made its G1 robot open source. Photo: AFP
Unitree’s humanoid robots’ abilities are advancing in literal leaps and bounds after the company made its G1 robot open source. Photo: AFP
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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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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Robots carry out operations in the body shop of the FAW-Volkswagen production based in Qingdao, eastern Shandong province, on February 19. Photo: AFP
OPINION
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Zhou Xin

My Take | China’s secret weapons in a US tech war victory? Talent and supply chains

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