Video: Humanoid robots take centre stage at China’s Lunar New Year show

Humanoid robots danced and performed martial arts on stage as China showcased its latest technology for Lunar New Year.

Kung fu, somersaults and scale: Unitree eyes 20,000-robot output in 2026 after gala

China’s Unitree Robotics plans to ship as many as 20,000 humanoid robots this year, up from about 5,500 in 2025, according to chief executive Wang Xingxing, after the company drew global attention with its appearance at Monday night’s Spring Festival Gala. Speaking to domestic tech outlet 36Kr after the show, Wang said global humanoid robot shipments could reach “tens of thousands” this year, with Unitree accounting for roughly 10,000 to 20,000 units of that total. The projection follows another...

By Vincent Chow

#KungFu #robots steal show at China’s Spring Festival gala

Humanoid #robots performing #KungFu routines were among the highlights of China’s Spring Festival gala on Monday. The TV show – the most-watched in #China – is held annually on the eve of the Chinese New Year and is often used to highlight the country’s tech industry advances. This year, China’s fast-growing robotics sector was firmly in the spotlight, with robots also performing dance routines and comedy sketches.

By FRANCE24

'Chinese Robots' at Lunar Year event impress & 'prove' why Musk says China is 'big' rival

China's CCTV Spring Festival Gala showcased domestic humanoid robots, highlighting the nation's ambition in robotics and manufacturing. This demonstration aligns with Elon Musk's prediction of China becoming a major competitor in the humanoid robot market, as Chinese startups prepare for IPOs and release advanced AI models.

By TOI TECH DESK

China’s humanoid robots take center stage for Lunar New Year showtime

Four rising humanoid robot startups — Unitree Robotics, Galbot, Noetix, and MagicLab — demonstrate their products at the CCTV Spring Festival gala

By Reuters