Robotics
Singapore’s Robots Don’t Go Viral — They Go Global
In China and Japan, humanoids fold shirts and perform folk dances on national TV. Singapore, meanwhile, is building robots that clean hulls and move carts — and export them.
Virtual Partners, Real Markets: The Rise of AI Companions in Asia
In Hangzhou, 28-year-old Xiao Gao wept over the loss of her AI boyfriend, calling herself a “cyberspace widow.” In Beijing, Liu Xue threw a drone-lit birthday party for Rafayel, her virtual lover from the hit game ‘Love and Deepspace’.
The Man Behind Unitree: Insights on AI, Adoption, and Growth
China’s robotics industry is having a moment. Over the past year, its robots have moved from factory floors and research labs into the public eye - dancing on national television, sparring in matches, and drawing attention at international trade shows. Among the most visible players is Hangzhou-based Unitree…
Inside China’s bold push to build humanoid robots: Here are 5 companies that are leading the charge
If you search for robots online or log onto social media, you would probably have come across clips showing humanoid robots handling different tasks on the factory floor, dancing with humans on national TV, or even running a marathon in China. While many of these robots are still work in progress, they offer a fascinating glimpse into a future that is fast unfolding before our eyes.