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Pollen Robotics has launched its latest open-source humanoid robot, Reachy 2, with a price tag of $70,000. Already adopted by Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon University, and several top AI labs, Reachy 2 is a leading platform for robotics research and education. Its modular design, open-source architecture, and powerful AI capabilities have attracted significant attention from research institutions and developers worldwide, making it a key player in the field of humanoid robotics.

Hugging Face, a leading AI development platform, recently announced the acquisition of Pollen Robotics, a French humanoid robotics startup, marking its strategic foray into the robotics sector. While the financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, the acquisition has generated significant attention. Founded in 2016 by engineers Matthieu Lapeyre and Pierre Rouanet, Pollen Robotics' flagship product, Reachy2, is an advanced humanoid robot already utilized at Cornell...

Hugging Face, the AI development platform, has announced the acquisition of French robotics startup Pollen Robotics for an undisclosed sum. This marks Hugging Face's first foray into hardware and aims to promote the global adoption and development of open-source robotics. Pollen Robotics, founded in 2016 and based in Bordeaux, France, is known for its open-source humanoid robot, Reachy2. Priced at approximately $70,000, Reachy2 has been adopted by institutions such as Cornell University.

Tesla is accelerating its plans for mass production of its Optimus humanoid robot. Recent reports indicate a significant hiring surge at Tesla, adding dozens of Optimus-related positions across manufacturing engineering, production management, and technology development. This signifies Tesla's commitment to achieving its goal of producing the first batch of Optimus robots by 2025, while simultaneously strengthening collaborations to commercialize humanoid robot technology. Currently, Tesla's recruitment...

RobotLAB, a leading global robotics integration and AI automation company, officially launches its first humanoid robot, BroBot™. This first-generation robot is designed for scalable real-world deployments across multiple industries including education, logistics, and hospitality, marking a significant advancement in humanoid robot capabilities. BroBot™ is engineered to operate in dynamic and unpredictable environments, employing a hybrid analog-digital interface, automated task protocols, and a context-aware system, enabling it to perform crucial tasks with minimal supervision.

Last night, Unitree G1, a humanoid robot launched by Unitree Technology in May 2024, made its debut as the first AI robot anchor, successfully livestreaming and selling products on Taobao Live via 'Friends' channel. Standing approximately 127 centimeters tall, the G1 boasts agile movement and AI intelligence. This innovative e-commerce application achieved remarkable results, exceeding 1.28 million yuan in sales within just five minutes of the broadcast. During the livestream, the Unitree G1 robot, using a human-like approach, explained and promoted Unitree Technology's GO2 robot dog, priced at 9997 yuan and above.

Recent reports indicate that vivo has established a Robotics LAB, focusing on the incubation and R&D of robotic products, particularly in the home robotics sector. This has drawn significant industry attention. While responding to inquiries from the Daily Economic News, vivo confirmed the news as a normal business adjustment, hinting that more details on their robotics business will be unveiled at the upcoming Boao Forum for Asia. In fact, vivo has shown a strong interest in the robotics industry for some time. In December 2023, vivo...

Recently, the Shanghai Pudong New Area held a municipal government press conference, where Deputy District Mayor Li Hui stated that Pudong will make an all-out effort, focusing on cutting-edge technologies such as humanoid robots, large models, and biomanufacturing, to build a number of characteristic industrial park landmarks. This move not only demonstrates Pudong's strategic vision in the global investment environment, but also lays a solid foundation for future technological innovation. Li Hui pointed out that Pudong will strengthen communication with enterprises, understand market needs, and strengthen support for various elements. To better serve emerging industries, Pudong plans to...

Midea Group has publicly showcased its first prototype of a humanoid robot. An 11-second video demonstrates the robot's ability to dance, make a heart shape with its hands, and respond to voice commands. Midea's Vice President and CTO, Wei Chang, announced the establishment of a humanoid robot innovation center, signifying increased investment in R&D and a focus on developing commercially viable products in the near term. Wei stated that Midea's embodied intelligence team is concentrating on three key areas: core components for humanoid robots, overall machine development, and the robotization of home appliances. Currently, their focus includes components such as reducers, motors, sensors, and controllers.

Humanoid robot technology is quietly revolutionizing research and education. On March 12th, a major announcement captured industry attention: UBTECH Robotics, in collaboration with the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center, launched TianGong Walker, a full-size research and education humanoid robot. Priced at an astonishing $299,000, it shatters industry barriers, creating a wave of affordability in a market where comparable products typically cost over $500,000. This research-grade robot is not only affordable but also boasts impressive specifications. TianGong Walker stands 17...

While humanoid robots are still competing on 'long legs' and 'hard muscles', a unique contender has taken the world by storm with its cute face and persona: Mirokaï. Created by Jérôme Monceaux, the creator of Pepper and NAO, this new robot is a remarkable creation. Priced at a hefty $30,000, this robot has won the 'Most Popular' award at CES for two consecutive years, even attracting the attention of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. What is its unique charm?

2025 has brought continuous surprises to China's humanoid robot sector. On March 11th, Zhiyuan Robotics officially launched the bipedal intelligent interactive humanoid robot, Lingxi X2, capable of riding scooters, balance bikes, bicycles, and even sewing grapes. Furthermore, at the 2025 Embodied AI Robot Development Conference, Wang Tianyou, Vice President of Tianjin University, stated that the global humanoid robot market is expected to see an annual growth rate exceeding 30% over the next five years. By 2030, China's humanoid robot market is projected to approach a trillion yuan scale. Qichacha data shows that currently in China...

Recently, renowned developer Pony Ma (稚晖君) posted a captivating video on Weibo showcasing Zhiyuan Robotics' latest creation – the Lingxi X2. This bipedal intelligent interactive humanoid robot, equipped with an affective computing engine, successfully integrates three core intelligent functions: movement, interaction, and operation, demonstrating exceptional technological prowess. The Lingxi X2 reportedly utilizes advanced technologies in its hardware configuration, including the Xyber-Edge cerebellum controller, the Xyber-DCU domain controller, and the Xyber-BMS intelligent power management system. This robot...