BIZARRE: 6 - What They Never Told You

Earlier this year, RMIT engineers tested kestrel-inspired robots against turbulent winds in 2 studies. Today, their findings show that pairing wing and tail movements can boost lift and reduce instability in small aircraft

Inspired by the remarkable aerial skills of Australian falcons, scientists are developing innovative robotic designs for aircraft. These birds are adept at navigating strong winds, leading researchers to construct kestrel-like robots aimed at testing stability and wing adjustments. This initiative promises to enhance the safety and reliability of small unmanned…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

After using the Honor Robot Phone's "basically peerless" gimbal camera, I can't work out if it's the future or not

This phone does a lot right, but it's still slighty tech-demo-ish

T3 · Aug 19

Emotional care robots with hefty price tag steal the show at China conference after US ban

China is showcasing its expanding robots industry at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Global Market: Unitree shares soar nearly six-fold in Shanghai debut as robotics boom gains momentum

Unitree shares surged nearly six-fold in their Shanghai debut, marking a landmark listing for China’s rapidly expanding robotics industry. The strong debut reflects investor enthusiasm for humanoid and quadruped robots as Beijing prioritises robotics as a strategic technology sector, though questions remain over commercial adoption and growing US restrictions.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Global Market: Chinese stocks slide as semiconductor and robotics shares tumble

Chinese stocks tumbled on Wednesday as semiconductor and robotics shares came under heavy selling pressure, with weak corporate earnings and concerns over the broader economy weighing on sentiment. The CSI300 fell 2.4%, while the Shanghai Composite dropped 2%. Hong Kong shares edged higher. Meanwhile, humanoid robot maker Unitree surged nearly…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Shares in Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree soar in Shanghai trading debut

Shares of Unitree, one of China's largest humanoid robot makers, have soared as much as 629% in its public stock trading debut in Shanghai

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Humanoid-maker Unitree surges more than 600% on Shanghai debut

Shares in Chinese robotics pioneer Unitree soared more than 600% on its debut in Shanghai on Wednesday, after raising more than $900 million in its initial public offering. It also unveiled a new humanoid robot called "Superman" on Monday, touting it as able to jump as high as two metres…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Humanoid resources: China's robots search for workforce breakthrough

HANGZHOU (CHINA) - A horde of schoolchildren watched excitedly as a diminutive humanoid tour guide named Wuji welcomed them to a robot school in eastern China, gesticulating theatrically as it described the institute's aspiration to train the mechanical workforce of the future.

Bangkok Post · Aug 19

China's Dancing Robot Star Unitree Heads For A Record IPO. Investors Want In.

Unitree has raised about $905 million ahead of its Shanghai market debut, with demand for shares exceeding the amount available by more than 8,000 times as China pushes deeper into humanoid robotics.

International Business Times · Aug 18

Beyond marathons and backflips, China's robots face a commercial test

The economic potential of humanoid robots manufactured in China is becoming increasingly evident. Investors are focusing on robots that can work efficiently and produce financial returns. The World Robot Conference marks a critical shift from showcasing technology to actual implementation.

The Economic Times · Aug 18