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Musk's AI Tops Korean League of Legends Leaderboard: Is Optimus Gearing Up for Its 'Ultimate Brain'?
A mysterious player in the Korean server of League of Legends achieved a 95% win rate, sparking speculation that it is Musk's Grok 5. This raises questions about whether Optimus robots are approaching a brain capable of adapting to the real world.
At This Year's CES, Robots Steal the Show
CES 2026 highlights the shift toward physical AI and embodied intelligence, with robots from Boston Dynamics, Unitree, Fourier, and others showcasing advanced capabilities in industrial, home, and interactive scenarios.
Masayoshi Son's $38.3 Billion Bet on ABB Robotics, Betting on Physical AI
SoftBank announces acquisition of ABB Robotics for $5.375 billion, marking a major step into Physical AI as global industrial robot competition shifts.
Unitree G1's "Abuse" Video Goes Viral: Netizens Warn Robots May Seek Revenge
Unitree recently shared a video of its G1 humanoid robot undergoing violent physical tests, including kicks and surprise attacks. Despite being knocked down repeatedly, the robot demonstrated incredible stability by recovering in under a second using its new 'anti-gravity' mode. This feat has sparked online discussions about AI consciousness and future robotics capabilities.
Wang Xingxing regrets not doing AI earlier; Unitree launches 'Star Dog'; iPhone 17 sales hit record | E-wave Weekly Report
At the 2025 Bund Summit, Unitree's Wang Xingxing expressed regret over not entering AI sooner, citing current hardware sufficiency but model limitations. Meanwhile, Unitree and Star Legend unveiled the consumer-grade 'Star Dog,' and JD.com reported that iPhone 17 pre-orders surpassed last year's total in just one minute.
At the Bund Summit, Wang Xingxing Shares New Perspectives on Robots
At the 2025 Bund Summit, Unitree Robotics CEO Wang Xingxing discussed the current state of robot models, data, and hardware, describing the field as a desert with only a few small plants before explosive growth.
500 Humanoid Robots Compete in Sports Games: Dancing, Modeling, and Speed Trials
The 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games opened on August 14, featuring 500 robots from 280 teams across 16 countries. The event showcases Embodied AI advancements through athletic competitions, cultural performances, and scenario-based challenges.
Unitree Unveils New Humanoid Robot, Starting at Just 39,900 Yuan—Now Truly Affordable
Unitree has released its third humanoid robot, the R1, priced from 39,900 yuan. Weighing only 25 kg with 26 joints and integrated multimodal AI, it demonstrates advanced mobility including flips, running, and boxing.
Meituan Invests in Another Robotics Firm: Xinghaitu Closes Over $100 Million in A4 and A5 Funding Rounds
Xinghaitu (Beijing) Artificial Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd. announced the completion of its A4 and A5 strategic funding rounds, totaling over $100 million. Meituan龙珠 led the A5 round, while Today Capital and Meituan Dragon珠 led the A4 round.
Vita Dynamics Completes Seed Round of 100 Million Yuan Investment, Led by Horizon Robotics and Hillhouse Venture Capital
Vita Dynamics, a robotics product company founded in December 2024, has completed a seed round of investment totaling 100 million yuan. The round was led by leading autonomous driving enterprise Horizon Robotics and top-tier industry investor Hillhouse Venture Capital.