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Five million robots now work in factories as humanoid hype is tested

Over five million industrial robots now work in factories worldwide, the highest total ever recorded, even as Boston Dynamics shelves a stock listing and Chinese regulators slow a rush of humanoid IPOs, showing a widening gap between practical machines and the humanoids capturing headlines.

29 September 2026

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Robots dance their way to America’s Got Talent

Chinese dancer Wu Yufei is preparing for the America’s Got Talent final alongside a crew of humanoid robots from Chinese robotics company Unitree.

22 September 2026

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Humanoid robots battle it out in Shanghai fight night

Humanoid robots faced off in Shanghai as they autonomously navigated the ring, read opponents’ movements and chose their responses in real time.

21 September 2026

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From nail hammering to drilling, Japan’s new robots push physical AI forward

Technology companies gathered in Tokyo on 16 September 2026 for a one-day summit focused on physical AI, showcasing robots designed to perform tasks in the real world.

16 September 2026

Mobility

Japanese company unveils 'robot ambulance' for on-site humanoid repairs

The vehicle can transport engineers, repair equipment and replacement humanoids when robots break down.

11 September 2026

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Robot revolt? Polish company stages protest demanding stricter AI rules

In Warsaw, marching robots waved flags and chanted slogans outside the digital affairs ministry, calling on Poland's government to regulate AI before it costs people their jobs.

8 September 2026

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Would you let a humanoid robot clean your home for €26 an hour?

The company says demand is growing, with prospective customers now joining a waiting list.

8 September 2026

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IFA 2026: What could the home of the future look like?

From AI-powered appliances and smart beds to connected pet gadgets and robot dogs, Euronews went to IFA 2026 in Berlin to see how new technology could reshape life at home.

4 September 2026

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Beijing Robot Games: humanoids take on sprints, football and tai chi

More than 2,000 robots compete in races, football and tai chi at the Beijing Robot Games, testing the movement and stability of humanoid machines.

24 August 2026

China

Chinese humanoid robot beats Bolt's 100-metre world record time

"In 1 year alone the robots competing have become twice as fast. This highlights the pace of advancement both in the market, and specifically in Chinese robotics," organisers of the World Humanoid Robot Games said.

23 August 2026

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China showcases next‑gen humanoid robots as US curbs push firms abroad

At the World Robot Conference in Beijing on 19 August, more than 300 companies displayed humanoid, industrial and service robots, highlighting the sector’s push into factories and commercial settings.

20 August 2026

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China's Xpeng debuts flying car in Germany

Chinese EV maker Xpeng has unveiled a modular flying car and a humanoid robot in Munich, saying both could enter mass production before the end of 2026.

20 July 2026

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When will humanoid robots go to war? As early as 2027, CEO says

AI-powered humanoid robots may become weapons by 2027, robotics firm Foundation Future Industries says.

16 July 2026

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Humanoid robots and smart homes put AI centre stage at VivaTech 2026 in Paris

France is putting artificial intelligence and robotics in the spotlight at VivaTech 2026, which opened on 17 June at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

18 June 2026

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Humanoid robots join models at fashion show in Seoul

Humanoid robots wearing designer outfits shared the runway with human models at a futuristic fashion show in Seoul, highlighting advances in robotics and AI.

16 June 2026

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China tests AI robot cleaners in homes

China is testing AI robot cleaners in Beijing homes, where machines assist human cleaners in early trials focused on data collection and domestic tasks.

11 June 2026