XPeng starts IRON humanoid robot production as Tesla Optimus stalls
XPeng has launched the production line for its AI-powered IRON humanoid robot, marking a shift toward mass production in China.
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XPeng has launched the production line for its AI-powered IRON humanoid robot, marking a shift toward mass production in China.
Technology outlets report on the latest devices, robots, and mobile gear debuting at the IFA 2026 conference in Berlin.
The U.S. is implementing strict restrictions on drones and robotics, but analysts warn China's industrial scale may bypass these barriers.
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Xpeng has carved out its humanoid robotics business in a record funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $6.3 billion.
A humanoid robot was filmed riding a robot horse with a 660-pound weight capacity during a recent demonstration in Beijing.
China showcases high-speed humanoid robots at a 'robot Olympics' in Beijing, raising questions about the transition from athletic feats to practical utility.
Chinese humanoid robots have broken Usain Bolt's 100-meter record at the Beijing robot games.
A robot archer ignites 'Zhixin' as the second World Humanoid Robot Games open in Beijing, drawing global attention.
A Chinese humanoid robot breaks Usain Bolt's 100m sprint record during the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.
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China showcases robotics ambitions at a Beijing exhibition as makers navigate US import bans and market goals.
Unitree Robotics has seen a massive stock market debut, surging 460% and cementing its position as a leader in China's humanoid robot sector.
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Chinese robotics firm Unitree has seen a massive valuation surge during its initial public offering, with shares jumping up to 600 percent.
China dominates the global humanoid robot sector, capturing ninety-seven percent of shipments in the first half of the year.
China has secured six of the top ten spots in humanoid robotics, while the U.S. maintains a lead in overall hardware quality.
The US government has issued a ban on nearly all robot vacuums, sparking a debate over whether the move improves safety or hinders it.
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The Trump administration is moving to ban imports of Chinese humanoid robots and energy technology to protect the domestic US AI buildout.
NASA eyes Titan's methane lakes as the first off‑world fuel depot, sparking debate over human versus robot explorers.