BYD outlines an open robot platform spanning in-house and co-developed products
An executive described a platform strategy leveraging automotive manufacturing, software and hardware capabilities.
Robot Type: Humanoid
BYD confirms an August debut for its first humanoid robot
BYD said its first humanoid would be shown at a Di Space experience venue in Zhengzhou.
EngineAI founder frames household robots as the sector’s long-term destination
The founder emphasized domestic AI capability and a long-term transition from industry into homes.
Gemini Robotics 2 Reaches Whole-Body Control
Gemini Robotics 2 extends control toward walking, crouching, dexterous manipulation and coordinated whole-body tasks.
Safety Evaluation Enters the Foundation-Model Stack
Google paired the release with layered safeguards and safety evaluation for agentic robot behavior.
US Debate Exposes Dependence on Chinese Robot Hardware
Experts split over whether restrictions strengthen US industry or deprive startups of affordable hardware.
China’s Robot Supply Chain Is Assessed as Deep but Still Compute-Dependent
MERICS assessed China’s broad robot manufacturing base while noting continuing dependence on foreign AI compute and software ecosystems.
China’s Humanoid Leadership Becomes Central to Global Trade Reporting
AP cited 2025 shipment evidence placing Unitree and AGIBOT among the largest global humanoid suppliers.
EngineAI’s Production Rollout Becomes a Symbol of China’s Scale Push
Reporting highlighted EngineAI T800 humanoids rolling off a Zhengzhou production line as debate shifted toward industrial scale.
BYD Confirms an August Humanoid Debut
BYD confirmed that its first humanoid robot would be unveiled in August at its Di Space venue.
