Description: Společnost UBTECH z jihočínského Šen-čenu jako první dodala humanoidní roboty v masovém měřítku zákazníkům z průmyslu. Zájem mají především automobilky. Do konce roku UBTECH nasadí 500 humanoidů Walker S2. Jejich akcie stoupají. Sledujeme počátek převratu v průmyslové výrobě?
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Watch This Humanoid Robot Swap Its Own Battery - CNET
Description: Ubtech Robotics' new Walker S2 humanoid robot changes its own battery in a demo video designed to showcase how autonomous battery swapping could let robots work 24/7 without interruption.
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Ubtech Robotics' new Walker S2 humanoid robot changes its own battery in a demo video designed to showcase how autonomous battery swapping could let robots work 24/7 without interruption. Humanoid robots have crossed a new Rubicon in the latest demo of the Walker S2 robot from Ubtech Robotics. In it, the robot approaches a charging tower filled with multiple batteries (and one empty slot). It removes a battery from its back and replaces it with a fresh one from the charging stack before returning to what is some sort of work site. The Walker S2 appears to have dual battery packs, so at least one is always plugged into the robot to supply power during changes. Ubtech Robotics' new Walker S2 robot features a new hot-swappable battery system. Ubtech says this hot-swappable battery system will enable the company's robots to work 24/7 without interruption (not including routine battery swaps). To see this demo in action, check out the video in this article.
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Video: China's marching humanoid robot 'army' sparks new debate
Description: UBTECH’s synchronized humanoid robot video sparks global debate as critics question authenticity and the company defends it as real.
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Engineering-inspired textiles, mugs, hats, and thoughtful gifts We connect top engineering talent with the world's most innovative companies We empower professionals with advanced engineering and tech education to grow careers. We recognize outstanding achievements in engineering, innovation, and technology. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. UBTECH says skepticism over the dramatic footage stems from a “lack of understanding” of China’s robust manufacturing and supply-chain strengths. Chinese robotics firm UBTECH Robotics has sparked global attention after releasing footage showing hundreds of its humanoid robots moving in synchronized formation inside a warehouse. The spectacle prompted US robotics leader and Figure CEO Brett Adcock to question publicly whether the footage was computer-generated. The Shenzhen-based firm responded by defending the video’s authenticity, citing China’s scale of manufacturing and coordinated supply chain strengths. The video, which resembles scenes from the sci-fi film I, Robot, shows scores of Walker S2 humanoid machines turning their heads, waving, and marching into shipping containers. Shenzhen may be witnessing a robotics breakthrough — or a highly polished showcase — as UBTECH Robotics claims to have shipped hundreds of its Walker S2 humanoid robots to operational industrial sites. The company says volume production ramped up in mid-November, with the first batch already sent to partners seeking extra labor for assembly lines. UBTECH frames the rollout as a concrete milestone proving humanoid robots are moving beyond prototypes into real deployment. “Huge milestone achieved! World’s first mass delivery of humanoid robots has completed! Hundreds of UBTECH Walker S2 have been delivered to our partners. The future of industrial automation is here. March forward to transformation,” said the firm titled the video released on YouTube on November 12. However, some observers remain cautious, noting that the announcement relies heavily on promotional video footage and limited independent verification, raising questions about how widely the robots are actually being used. Adcock has openly questioned the authenticity of UBTECH’s now-viral footage of its humanoid robot. After the video surfaced, Adcock took to social media, arguing the scenes appeared computer-generated. He pointed the inconsistent reflections on the robots, claiming only the machine in the foreground were real while the rest were digitally added. “Look at the reflections on this bot, then compare them to the ones behind it. The bot in front is real -everything behind it is fake. If you see a head unit reflecting a bunch of ceiling lights, that’s a giveaway it’s CGI (computer-generated imagery),” said Adcock on a post on X. UBTECH quickly pushed back, releasing a follow-up clip filmed with a first-person-view drone and raw ambient audio to silence doubts and invite scrutiny. Despite the additional footage, Adcock remains skeptical — and he is not the only one, reports the South China Morning Post (SCMP). UBTECH defended the footage in a statement to the Global Times (GT), saying the clip was created to mark “a milestone for UBTech” and insisting it is “100 percent real footage shot on-site.” The company added that, “in response to these unfounded claims, UBTech’s official video account has released an unedited, single-take, real-time and original-audio clip that fully demonstrates the authenticity of the scene.” “Much of the doubt stems from a lack of understanding of China’s manufacturing capabilities and the collaborative, systemic strength of our supply chains,” said Tan Min, chief brand officer at UBTECH, as reported by SCMP. He added that critics should come to China and see the rapid progress in humanoid robotics firsthand, and engage directly with the industry ecosystem. UBTECH Robotics says the Walker S2 rollout will continue in staged batches, with units heading to frontline industrial environments. According to the company, the robots will be deployed across sectors, including automotive assembly, smart manufacturing, logistics, and emerging embodied-AI data centers, reports GT. Looking ahead, UBTECH plans to significantly scale its production capacity, targeting 5,000 industrial humanoids a year by 2026 and doubling output to 10,000 units annually by 2027. The company told the GT that the expansion is driven by what it describes as rapidly increasing market demand. Jijo is an automotive and business journalist based in India. Armed with a BA in History (Honors) from St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, and a PG diploma in Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, he has worked for news agencies, national newspapers, and automotive magazines. In his spare time, he likes to go off-roading, engage in political discourse, travel, and teach languages. Premium Follow
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Elon Musk Says 80% Of Tesla's Value Lies In Robots …
Elon Musk Says 80% Of Tesla's Value Lies In Robots While China's UBTech Scores Record Deal, JPMorgan Sees Beijing Firms Leading The Humanoid Boom - BYD (OTC:BYDDY), Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) - Benzinga
Description: Elon Musk doubled down on his robotics vision, predicting that Optimus will eventually represent approximately 80% of Tesla's total value.
UBTech Robotics is confident that its humanoid robots will achieve widespread factory applications within three years, a top executive of the Chinese artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics company said on Friday. Jiao Jichao, vice-president and executive dean of its research institute, said the company aims to deliver humanoid robots in small quantities to industries, especially automobile factories, for handling and sorting tasks, by the end of this year. From next year to 2027, such humanoid robots will be gradually used for assembly tasks and on-site operations. Besides the automotive industry, the company will use such robots in 3C, or computer, communication and consumer electronics, as well as the logistics sectors. "During this period, we aim to achieve larger-scale commercial mass production. Here, mass production not only involves a quantity increase but also improvements in quality, cost control and operational efficiency," he said. By 2033, the company's humanoid robots are expected to perform more precise assembly work, such as assembling interiors and wiring harnesses, as well as assemble smaller and more delicate products like smartphones and smartwatches in the 3C industries, he added. The comments came as UBTech officially signed a cooperation agreement with Audi FAW and Beijing Embodied Intelligence Robotics Innovation Center to jointly develop intelligent solutions for humanoid robots, at the ongoing 2024 World Robot Conference, which runs till Sunday in Beijing. The cooperation will drive humanoid robots into automotive production lines for intelligent material handling, quality inspection and process material operations. This is expected to promote large-scale deployment of humanoid robots in car factories. According to a guideline from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, China aims to establish a preliminary innovation system for humanoid robots by 2025. By 2027, the country will see a secure and reliable industrial and supply chain system, and related products will be deeply integrated into the real economy. "Currently, new technologies, products and formats represented by humanoid robots and general artificial intelligence are thriving and becoming the pinnacle of global technological innovation, a new track for future industries and a new engine for economic growth," said Xu Xiaolan, former vice-minister of industry and information technology and a member of the Standing Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee. "Humanoid robots are expected to become another disruptive product after computers, smartphones and new energy vehicles," she said.
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Description: UBTech is the first humanoid robot company to go public on HKExQiming is UBTech's early institutional investor, exclusively investing in its Series A round in 2...
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Description: UBTECH expands in the Middle East with AI-driven humanoid robots for industry, education, and home, showcased at LEAP 2025 in Saudi Arabia.
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Manage your account A Chinese firm is looking to expand its presence in the Middle East by introducing advanced AI-driven robotic solutions for industry, education, and home use.To that extent, at LEAP 2025 in Saudi Arabia, UBTECH is showcasing its Humanoid Robot Industrial Application Solution, featuring the Walker S Series, Panda Robot Youyou, and a new advanced humanoid Una.UBTECH also presents AI-driven education solutions, reinforcing its vision of integrating robotics into daily life."Humanoid Robot Industrial Application Solution is the first general-purpose humanoid robot solution for multi-task industrial scenarios in the world. The solution integrates UBTECH's latest achievements of embodied intelligence technology, enabling humanoid robots to complete a variety of industrial tasks," said the firm in a statement. In January, UBTECH announced plans to mass-produce Walker S humanoid robots, targeting 500–1,000 units by year-end, marking a major step in industrial robotics expansion. At LEAP 2025, a premier technology exhibition in the region, UBTECH is showcasing its advanced humanoid robots, highlighting the Walker S1, Panda Robot Youyou, and Una.UBTECH has strong ties to the Middle East, with Panda Robot Youyou featured at Expo 2020 Dubai and two Walker X units exported to NEOM. Its commercial robot, Cruzr, also served at Riyadh Season, assisting tourists with guidance and information.At the event, two Walker S1 units demonstrate multi-task capabilities such as parcel handling and SPS sorting, marking their debut in the Middle East. Using semantic VSLAM technology and full-body motion control, Walker S1 can lift boxes to 33 pounds (15 kilograms) with dual arms. Accurate SPS sorting is made possible by its self-developed dexterous hands, which enable exact grasping force monitoring, according to a statement. https://youtu.be/UCt7qPpTt-g To integrate humanoid robots into industrial applications, UBTECH has been collaborating with well-known businesses since 2024, including Audi FAW, BYD, Geely Auto, Foxconn, SF Express, FAW-Volkswagen Qingdao Branch, BAIC BJEV, and Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor.The Walker S Series is used in production facilities worldwide, and the business claims to be the only humanoid robot company with multiple partnerships in the automobile sector. Furthermore, makers of electric vehicles have already made over 500 intent orders. Beyond industrial uses, UBTECH introduces the Panda Robot Youyou, which is most famous for serving as Expo 2020 Dubai's ambassador for friendliness and peace. Youyou exhibit its potential for interactive service roles at LEAP 2025 by serving drinks and interacting with audiences in a home environment.With its omnidirectional perception system, bionic eye display, and 41 high-performance servo joints, Youyou is a superior tool for interactive displays, smart home automation, and human-like conversation.The robot can execute synchronized dance, yoga, and tai chi. It uses multimodal perception to engage with humans seamlessly and is outfitted with adaptive terrain handling and U-SLAM navigation.According to UBTECH, with capabilities in handwriting, drawing, and exhibition guidance, Youyou blends robotics with cultural expression, making it a standout in both service and entertainment applications. Additionally, UBTECH presents Una, a humanoid robot that was created separately and is making its public debut. With a gentle, human-like appearance, Una can comprehend natural language and provides services including reception, entertainment, and emotional support.At LEAP 2025, UBTECH is presenting its AI Education solution for K–12, higher education, and vocational training. With the Yanshee, UGOT, and uKit series and an AIGC-based Learning Platform, it provides a complete solution for K–12 that integrates curriculum, hardware, software, training, and competitions.These tools improve robotics, AI, and programming abilities. Walker S1 and intelligent service robots for research, instruction, and industrial training are offered by UBTECH to higher education and vocational schools.According to the firm, the solution equips students with AI and robotics expertise, fostering innovation and industry-ready talent to meet the growing demand for technological advancements in education and industry.
Description: UBTech rolls out its 1,000th Walker S2 robot, marking the shift from prototypes to large-scale, real-world humanoid deployment.
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Engineering-inspired textiles, mugs, hats, and thoughtful gifts We connect top engineering talent with the world's most innovative companies We empower professionals with advanced engineering and tech education to grow careers. We recognize outstanding achievements in engineering, innovation, and technology. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. The company reports strong interest from organisations aiming to automate physically demanding jobs that require workers to stay on their feet for long hours. Chinese robotics player UBTECH has marked a major milestone with the rollout of its 1,000th Walker S2 humanoid robot from its Liuzhou manufacturing plant. The achievement signals a shift from experimental prototypes to scalable, real-world deployment. More than 500 Walker S2 units have already been delivered and are operational across multiple applications. UBTECH now plans to significantly ramp up production capacity, targeting output of up to 10,000 units annually by 2026. In November, the Shenzhen-based firm claimed that it had already shipped hundreds of its Walker S2 humanoid robots to active industrial facilities. A video shared by the company on YouTube shows hundreds of Walker S2 humanoid robots lined up in perfect formation in front of a poster marking the 1,000th rollout. The footage also features a humanoid robot wearing a cap and scarf, performing a stylish celebratory dance to mark the occasion. The company is seeing strong interest from organisations looking to automate physically demanding tasks typically carried out by workers who spend long hours on their feet. This year, UBTECH secured orders worth about 800 million yuan (roughly $113 million), covering everything from customised installations to large-scale deployments. One of the biggest deals was signed in September, when a well-known Chinese company placed a 250 million yuan ($35 million) order for an advanced robotic system. Another major customer in Sichuan committed 159 million yuan ($22.5 million). According to the South China Morning Post, a project in Guangxi has pledged 126 million yuan ($17.9 million), while Midea Auto in Hubei has committed more than 100 million yuan ($14.2 million). UBTECH has planned to deliver 500 Walker robots by the end of December and says it remains on track to meet that goal, which it has now achieved. According to UBTECH, automakers are driving much of the demand. Companies such as BYD, Geely Auto, FAW Volkswagen, and Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor have signed on, while Foxconn is deploying robots to support logistics operations. These customers are seeking stable, round-the-clock operations with minimal supervision, and early trials show the robots performing reliably in real factory and warehouse environments. Recently, UBTECH drew global attention after releasing footage showing hundreds of its humanoid robots moving in synchronized formation inside a warehouse, prompting both fascination and skepticism. The video, widely shared online, even led US robotics executive and Figure CEO Brett Adcock to question whether the scenes were computer-generated publicly. The Shenzhen-based company has firmly rejected those claims, defending the video’s authenticity and pointing to China’s large-scale manufacturing capacity and highly coordinated supply chains. The footage, reminiscent of scenes from the sci-fi film I, Robot, shows rows of Walker S2 humanoid robots turning their heads, waving, and marching into shipping containers. UBTECH says the video marks a major milestone, claiming it has begun mass deliveries of its Walker S2 robots to real industrial partners. According to the company, production was ramped up in mid-November, with the first batch already shipped to customers seeking additional labour for assembly lines. UBTECH says the rollout demonstrates that humanoid robots are moving beyond laboratory prototypes into practical, real-world deployment. However, doubts persist. Adcock argued on social media that visual inconsistencies, particularly reflections on the robots, suggested heavy CGI use. In response, UBTECH released additional footage, filmed with a first-person drone and raw audio, insisting the material was shot on site. Looking ahead, UBTECH aims to sharply expand its manufacturing capacity, with plans to produce 5,000 industrial humanoid robots annually by 2026 and further scale up to 10,000 units a year by 2027. Jijo is an automotive and business journalist based in India. Armed with a BA in History (Honors) from St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, and a PG diploma in Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, he has worked for news agencies, national newspapers, and automotive magazines. In his spare time, he likes to go off-roading, engage in political discourse, travel, and teach languages. Premium Follow
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UBTech to Deploy Humanoids on China-Vietnam Border
Description: UBTECH has shipped hundreds of Walker S2 humanoids to active factories in what it calls the world’s first mass delivery of humanlike robots.
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From daily news and career tips to monthly insights on AI, sustainability, software, and more—pick what matters and get it in your inbox. Explore The Most Powerful Tech Event in the World with Interesting Engineering. Stick with us as we share the highlights of CES week! Access expert insights, exclusive content, and a deeper dive into engineering and innovation. Engineering-inspired textiles, mugs, hats, and thoughtful gifts We connect top engineering talent with the world's most innovative companies. We empower professionals with advanced engineering and tech education to grow careers. We recognize outstanding achievements in engineering, innovation, and technology. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. Follow Us On Access expert insights, exclusive content, and a deeper dive into engineering and innovation. Engineering-inspired textiles, mugs, hats, and thoughtful gifts We connect top engineering talent with the world's most innovative companies We empower professionals with advanced engineering and tech education to grow careers. We recognize outstanding achievements in engineering, innovation, and technology. All Rights Reserved, IE Media, Inc. Orders for UBTECH’s humanoids have surged past 800 million yuan as major automakers and tech firms deploy them for nonstop industrial work. Shenzhen is now home to a major robotics milestone as UBTECH Robotics confirmed that hundreds of its Walker S2 humanoid robots have been shipped to active industrial facilities. The move answers the key questions of what happened, where it happened, who is involved, why it matters, and when the rollout began. UBTECH stated that production increased in mid-November, and the first batch has already reached partners who need more workers on assembly lines. The company is positioning this as the first large-scale delivery of humanoids built to resemble and move like humans. The robotics company is receiving heavy interest from groups that want to automate tasks that normally require people who are on their feet all day. It secured 800 million yuan in orders this year, which is about 113 million dollars. These deals range from specialized installations to major full-scale deployments. A standout order in September was 250 million yuan from a well-known Chinese firm that wanted an advanced robot system. Another major customer in Sichuan agreed to pay 159 million yuan. As reported by the South China Morning Post, a project in Guangxi committed 126 million yuan, and Miee Auto in Hubei pledged over 100 million yuan. UBTECH plans to send out 500 Walkers by the end of December and says it is on track to meet that target. Automakers are a major force behind the growing demand. BYD, Geely Auto, FAW Volkswagen, and Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor have all signed on. Foxconn is also adding robots to support logistics work. These organizations want stable 24-hour operations without constant oversight. Early tests show that the robots are performing well in factories and warehouses instead of controlled labs. The company believes its battery system is the strongest feature of the Walker S2. The robot can remove and replace its own power pack within minutes and does not need any human assistance to do so. This reduces downtime and supports long shifts that involve constant walking and lifting. The Walker S2 has been available for industrial buyers since July. It was designed to be tall and sturdy with joints that move like those of a person. These joints can manage heavy items while maintaining precise finger control. Recent tours of the firm’s facility showed that humanoids now represent 30 percent of the company’s sales, which is a strong rise from 10 percent last year. UBTECH says this proves that demand is growing because of real-world needs rather than short-term excitement. UBTECH reported that revenue in the first half of 2025 reached 621 million yuan. That is a 27.5 percent increase from the previous year. Gross profit grew to 217 million yuan, which is a rise of 17.3 percent. Losses narrowed by 18.5 percent to 440 million yuan. The company says it is improving its cost structure while expanding factory output. The market reacted in a big way. The company’s stock price climbed more than 150 percent this year to 133 Hong Kong dollars. Analysts remain confident as Citi and JPMorgan still list the stock as a buy and expect the price to climb above 170 Hong Kong dollars. It became the first robotics company to trade on the Hong Kong exchange in 2023, and its recent progress suggests that it is strengthening its lead in the robotics race. A versatile writer, Sujita has worked with Mashable Middle East and News Daily 24. When she isn't writing, you can find her glued to the latest web series and movies. Premium Follow
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Unleashing Swarm Intelligence: UBTECH Pioneers the World’s First Multi-Humanoid Robot …
Unleashing Swarm Intelligence: UBTECH Pioneers the World’s First Multi-Humanoid Robot Collaborative Training in Multi-Task, Multi-Scenario Settings at ZEEKR – The Bubble
Description: UBTech Robotics is acquiring a controlling stake in manufacturer Zhejiang Fenglong Electric for $228.1M to accelerate its humanoid robot industrialization. The move follows UBTech securing nearly $191.8M in industrial orders for its Walker S2 model, which has begun mass delivery.
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UBTECH Humanoid Robot Walker S2 Begins Mass Production and Delivery, …
Description: UBTECH has begun mass production and delivery of the first batch of several hundred full-size industrial humanoid robots, Walker S2, which will be deployed in ...
Description: SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UBTECH has begun mass production and delivery of the first batch of several hundred full-size industrial humanoid...
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UBTech Humanoid Robot Changes Own Battery - IT Security News
Description: Chinese robotics company UBTech demonstrates humanoid Walker S2 model changing its own battery to increase productivity, autonomy This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: UBTech Humanoid Robot Changes Own BatteryRead more →
Description: The past decades have seen an increasing number of robots deployed in the vicinity of humans, from vacuum cleaners roaming in our living rooms, drones flying over our heads, to prostheses attached to our bodies. Today, global efforts are focused on designing the next generation of robots, which will be employed and function in close or direct interactions with lay users. We are no longer in the realm of factory robots used by well-trained practitioners. It is, hence, not conceivable that these robots can be programmed without a deep understanding of the social, ethical, and cultural rules that underpin human environments. Developing robots that are cognizant of the world that surrounds them has led to a wide range of efforts worldwide, all of which fall under the general field of human-robot interaction (HRI). We advocate for a research roadmap for HRI over the next two decades towards the development of robot systems capable of interacting with humans in a pertinent and helpful manner in any kind of environment.
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The past decades have seen an increasing number of robots deployed in the vicinity of humans, from vacuum cleaners roaming in our living rooms, drones flying over our heads, to prostheses attached to our bodies. Today, global efforts are focused on designing the next generation of robots, which will be employed and function in close or direct interactions with lay users. We are no longer in the realm of factory robots used by well-trained practitioners. It is, hence, not conceivable that these robots can be programmed without a deep understanding of the social, ethical, and cultural rules that underpin human environments. Developing robots that are cognizant of the world that surrounds them has led to a wide range of efforts worldwide, all of which fall under the general field of human-robot interaction (HRI). We advocate for a research roadmap for HRI over the next two decades towards the development of robot systems capable of interacting with humans in a pertinent and helpful manner in any kind of environment. Connectez-vous pour contacter le contributeur https://hal.science/hal-05448964 Soumis le : jeudi 8 janvier 2026-15:33:07 Dernière modification le : samedi 10 janvier 2026-03:10:43 Contact Ressources Informations Questions juridiques Portails CCSD
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Reinforcement learning: The next great AI tech moving from the …
Description: Unitree Robotics releases a training video of its H2 humanoid robot performing flying kicks, backflips, and sandbag strikes, highlighting its advanced 31-joint design.
Description: The world’s largest technology showcase, CES 2026, is opening in the United States, with a new keyword drawing attention this year: “physical AI,” a concept focused on making everyday life easier through machines that combine artificial intelligence with physical bodies.
Description: Nvidia's Jensen Huang advocates for the integration of robots as 'AI immigrants' to tackle the global labor shortage in manufacturing, emphasizing that automation creates jobs rather than replacing them. This statement aligns with broader Silicon Valley trends towards embracing AI and robotics in various sectors.
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Nvidia CEO praises robots as 'AI immigrants' - The Economic …
Description: Nvidia chief Jensen Huang views robots as AI immigrants. He believes they will solve global labor shortages and boost manufacturing. Huang stated that robots will create jobs, not replace humans. He highlighted demographic shifts causing worker scarcity. Nvidia is investing in software to enable robots across industries.
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Nvidia chief Jensen Huang views robots as AI immigrants. He believes they will solve global labor shortages and boost manufacturing. Huang stated that robots will create jobs, not replace humans. He highlighted demographic shifts causing worker scarcity. Nvidia is investing in software to enable robots across industries. AMD CEO Lisa Su says 'AI is not replacing people', but hints at a quiet shift reshaping who gets hired CES 2026: All you need to know about Nvidia's major announcements Explore More Stories Who is Chrystia Freeland? Polyglot Canadian MP and ex-deputy PM to step down, become ‘unpaid’ economic adviser to Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Southern Ontario braces for freezing shower, snow and rain as tricky winter system moves in Quote of the day by Mahatma Gandhi: 'Our greatest ability as humans is not to change…' Quote of the Day by Dan Aykroyd: 'I’m sorry I live in the greatest country in the world. I’m sorry! I’m sorry, but Canadians apologize so much because...' Endangered Masai giraffe Kiko dies in tragic behind-the-scenes accident at Toronto Zoo Quote of Day by G.A. Cohen: ‘Of course, not everybody likes camping trips…’ — How a socialist philosopher used a camping trip to explain socialism Quote of the day by Justin Bieber: ‘ You can’t fly unless you let yourself…’ This famous character surprised fans at the Vancouver Stranger Things finale watch party as decade-long series comes to an end Southern BC braces for coastal flooding as high tides, onshore winds, and incoming storms threaten shorelines Quote of the day by Dwayne Johnson: ‘Success isn't always about greatness, it's about…’ Canadian woman charged after ignoring warnings, illegally crossing US border, and kicking federal agent Canada urges citizens to avoid travelling to Venezuela following US strikes and President Maduro’s capture; Air Canada rolls out free flight change policy As H3N2 flu brings US to its knees, experts warn Canadians, urge them to exercise caution; here’s what you need to know as holiday season ends Varanasi ropeway: Viral video misleading, clarifies officials Delhi Assembly row: BJP condemns Atishi's ‘abusive’ remark 1983 electoral roll case: Hospitalised Sonia Gandhi granted extension HC upholds Deepathoon verdict; BJP calls DMK-INDIA Bloc ‘anti-Hindu’ Venezuela UN Envoy slams US: ‘Threat is not us, it is the United States Govt’ Ex-diplomat KP Fabian: Trump flouted int’l law in Venezuela XUV 7XO: Tech-loaded SUV with triple screens, DAVINCI suspension 'Mogambo Khush Hua': Kharge likens Trump to iconic villain Mahindra XUV 7XO at ₹13.66 lakh with DAVINCI suspension Congress readies for Kerala polls at Lakshya Leadership Summit Hot on Web In Case you missed it Top Searched Companies Top Calculators Top Commodities Top Slideshow Top Prime Articles Private Companies Top Story Listing Top Definitions Top Market Pages Latest News Follow us on: Find this comment offensive? Choose your reason below and click on the Report button. This will alert our moderators to take action Reason for reporting: Your Reason has been Reported to the admin. Log In/Connect with: Will be displayed Will not be displayed Will be displayed Stories you might be interested in
Description: Beyond building sensors, PaXini is developing infrastructure that connects data and AI to make embodied robots deployable.
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Written by Cheng Zi Published on 8 Jan 2026 6 mins read In the world of artificial intelligence and robotics, there’s a well-known principle called Moravec’s paradox. It captures a counterintuitive reality: tasks that appear intellectually demanding for humans, such as logical reasoning or playing chess, are relatively easy for machines, while actions people perform instinctively, like holding a screwdriver and passing it to a teammate, remain extraordinarily difficult for robots. That paradox is on full display again at this year’s CES in the US, running from January 6–9. Humanoid robots can be seen drawing crowds as they pour coffee, scoop ice cream, and wave for cameras. Behind the spectacle, however, sits a quieter question: when the lights go out and the booths come down, how do these robots move beyond demos and become useful machines in factories, warehouses, homes, and other real-world settings? For PaXini Tech, an internationally recognized company best known for its tactile sensing technology, the answer lies in what it calls “full-stack infrastructure” for embodied intelligence. The company is building a foundation that links sensors, data, models, and robot bodies into a single deployable system. Founded in 2021, PaXini traces its roots to the Sugano Laboratory at Waseda University, often cited as the birthplace of the world’s first humanoid robot. Drawing on what it describes as a pioneering six-dimensional Hall array tactile sensing technology, the company has developed high-precision sensors capable of detecting up to 15 tactile dimensions, including six-axis force, texture, and elasticity. The aim is to give robots something approaching humanlike tactile perception. According to PaXini founder Hsu Jincheng, meaningful real-world deployment of robotics is not just about vision or planning. It depends on whether robots can make precise judgments and respond in real time during physical interactions involving contact, grip, force, and slip. By continuously interpreting real-time data on mechanics, texture, and motion, Hsu believes robots can develop an understanding of what he described as the essence of interaction. Only when robots are able to “learn” from contact and dynamically adjust their actions on the fly, can embodied intelligence truly evolve from a laboratory concept into a source of reliable, deployable productivity At CES, PaXini is displaying nearly its entire product lineup, including the PX-6AX series of tactile sensors, six-axis force sensors, dexterous hands, and wheeled robots including TORA-ONE and TORA-DOUBLE ONE. The presentation feels like a physical map of the embodied intelligence supply chain, laid out component by component. In live demos, the DexH13 dexterous hand, equipped with roughly 1,140 ITPUs, PaXini’s intelligent tactile processing units that function as multidimensional tactile sensors, performs flexible gripping tasks. Nearby, TORA-ONE, a humanoid robot with 53 degrees of freedom and an adjustable height ranging 146–186 centimeters, demonstrates its ability to carry out the full ice cream-making process on-site, showcasing human-like dexterity in tasks such as cup handling, dispensing, and picking up and placing cones. The message is clear: when a robot can perceive the real physical world, stably control force, and perform various delicate and complex tasks, only then can it leave the lab and enter real environments. Hsu is careful, however, not to position PaXini as merely a sensor manufacturer. Sensors, he said, are only the starting point. What is far scarcer is the high-quality tactile and force data those sensors generate, data that is needed to train and deploy embodied intelligence systems. Unlike visual data, which scales easily through cameras, or language data, which is widely available online, tactile and mechanical data can only be collected through physical contact. That process is expensive, slow, and complicated by the lack of industry standards. “What we’re building is infrastructure for embodied intelligence,” Hsu said. PaXini’s strategy is to bridge sensors, data, models, and robot bodies into a single stack designed for real-world deployment. PaXini positions its products as part of a closed-loop ecosystem built around customers’ needs at every stage of development. PaXini has built what it calls the world’s largest embodied intelligence data acquisition and model training base, known as the “PaXini Super EID Factory.” The facility reportedly spans about 12,000 square meters and includes more than 150 standardized data acquisition units covering over 15 core application scenarios. The site can reportedly generate close to 200 million lines of omni-modal embodied intelligence data each year, which it plans to make available to global partners through its OmniSharing DB platform. Yet the company’s advantage isn’t just data volume, but reusability, iteration quality, and multimodal depth. Most existing datasets are collected through teleoperation, with humans remotely controlling robots while recording motion and sensor states. As robots evolve, adding new joints, actuators, or grippers, older datasets often need to be remapped, reducing accuracy and shortening their useful life. Many robots also lack tactile or force sensors altogether, resulting in datasets that are broad but shallow. PaXini flips this approach by centering data acquisition on the human body. Operators wear motion capture equipment and generate tactile and force data through natural movement. Because human anatomy does not change the way robotic platforms do, this data remains reusable over time. As humanoid robots increasingly mirror human proportions, the alignment between human and robotic control spaces strengthens, increasing the long-term value of human-sourced data. This method is also faster and more cost-efficient than robot-based collection, and it captures motion closer to natural human speed. PaXini focuses heavily on upper-body data, particularly for seated or fixed-position tasks. “Over 90% of industrial work is done sitting or at a station,” Hsu said. “Legs add cost, power consumption, and instability. What determines task success is the upper body, especially the hands and force control.” At CES, the company has even turned data acquisition into a live exhibit. Staff can be seen performing physical tasks while wearing PMEC, PaXini’s self-developed data acquisition equipment, with real-time motion and tactile data being mapped and displayed on screens behind them. As a global leader in tactile sensors, PaXini initially positioned itself around its sensor capabilities. At the same time, the team began developing humanoid robot platforms early on, in step with the growth of its sensor business. Hsu said PaXini has incorporated the robot body as a key part of its “infrastructure closed loop,” with the goal of allowing data to drive systems more efficiently while ensuring models can be deployed and run more reliably. Within this framework, sensors and robot platforms operate in close coordination, forming a complete technical chain from perception and decision-making to execution. The company’s humanoid robot platforms are already being validated in real-world scenarios, including large-scale logistics warehouses and automotive manufacturing facilities. PaXini’s presence at CES also highlights its international ambitions. “By tapping world-leading infrastructure and capabilities in embodied intelligence, our strategy is to embed ourselves deeply into global industrial systems,” Hsu said. The company’s priority markets are the US, Japan, and South Korea, chosen for both scale and structural fit. PaXini sees opportunities in the US, where manufacturing depth and hardware supply chains have thinned, and in Japan and South Korea, where aging populations and slower innovation cycles contrast with strong industrial foundations. The company plans to lead with hardware, embedding its sensors and critical components into customers’ systems, before expanding into data services and model deployment to support automation upgrades. Looking ahead, Hsu expects that within two to three years, a meaningful number of robots will be operating in real production environments. As robots move beyond exhibition floors and demonstrations to become reliable sources of productivity in factories and warehouses, the “physical contact modality infrastructure” PaXini is investing in may begin to reveal its true value in reshaping the physical world. This article was published in partnership with PaXini. Loading... Subscribe to our newsletters KrASIA A digital media company reporting on China's tech and business pulse.
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