While the global humanoid race has largely focused on bipedal locomotion, Wonik Robotics is doubling down on a bottom-up strategy that prioritizes high-dexterity manipulation as the foundation of Physical AI. Following its showcase at Automation World (AW) 2026, the company is pivoting from a decade of research-led development towards a specialized hardware ecosystem for US big tech
China's leading humanoid robot developers gathered at Smart Factory and Automation World 2026 (AW 2026) in South Korea, where companies including Unitree Robotics, Leju Robot, and AgiBot showcased their technologies and outlined commercialization strategies for humanoid robots
On February 28, Hangzhou convened an AI development summit at the Hangzhou Civic Center aimed at positioning the city as China's leading artificial intelligence (AI) hub. According to East Money and Xinhua, 12 AI projects were signed, with a total investment of CNY25.5 billion (US$3.71 billion)
China's embodied AI and humanoid robotics sector is drawing fresh investment, with two major financing deals signaling accelerating commercialization
Huawei on March 4 unveiled what it said is the world's first mass-produced 896-channel automotive LiDAR, a sensor designed to significantly increase perception resolution for advanced driver-assistance and autonomous driving systems
ASUS IoT is redefining the urban landscape by positioning itself as the high-performance backbone for modern smart cities, using edge AI and machine learning to transform infrastructure into proactive, life-saving networks. At Automation World (AW) 2026, ASUS said that by deploying edge computers and intelligent sensors, it facilitates real-time traffic management, automated emergency response, and energy-efficient smart poles. This is all while navigating the complex regulatory and privacy landscapes of global markets. ASUS's approach targets 40% reductions in crime, 20% shorter commutes, and 15% lower greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions. It is clear the company is preparing for a counterstereotypical future of smart cities, where "intelligence" may even adopt new meanings
