An open source agent framework is now controlling the Unitree G1 humanoid via messaging apps, linking large language models with ROS2 based hardware.

Chinese startup Agibot will manufacture humanoid robots in Europe with Minth Group, targeting automakers and suppliers with industrial models.

Humanoid robots including Maum AI’s UchiBot demonstrated dance and interaction capabilities at the Seoul AI Festival 2026, highlighting advances in physical AI.

Xiaomi has deployed a humanoid robot at an EV plant, where it autonomously completed three hours of self tapping nut assembly within line cycle time targets.

China has released its first national standard system for humanoid robots and embodied AI, defining technical architecture, safety, and lifecycle guidance.

Samsung plans to deploy humanoid robots and agentic AI across its global factories by 2030, aiming to raise productivity, quality, and workplace safety.

Chinese humanoid robot firms are shipping more units and iterating faster than US competitors, building an early lead in the emerging bipedal robotics market.

Unitree, Galbot, Noetix and MagicLab presented humanoid robots at China’s Spring Festival gala, highlighting Beijing’s strategic push in the sector.

Humanoid robot developer Apptronik has raised $935 million in a Series A extension, reaching a valuation above $5 billion with backing from Google and Mercedes-Benz.