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Humanoid Robots Put China Ahead in Tech Race

Bloomberg Technology Friday 21 August 2026, 08:45 UTC 1 min read
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China’s humanoid robot makers now control 97% of global shipments, giving Beijing an early lead over US rivals. But can they become everyday tools? At the World Robot Conference in Beijing, robots sort boxes, handle laundry and bag clothes, as Allen Wan finds out.

China’s humanoid robot makers now control 97% of global shipments, giving Beijing an early lead over US rivals. But can they become everyday tools? At the World Robot Conference in Beijing, robots sort boxes, handle laundry and bag clothes, as Allen Wan finds out. (Source: Bloomberg)
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