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CEO of viral backflipping robot company says robots may be years from their ‘ChatGPT moment,’ even after investors sent his stock soaring 460%

CEO Wang Xingxing says humanoid robots still struggle to match humans and adapt to unfamiliar tasks.

Fortune · Aug 21

Missed the AI rally? After bumper 600% market debut, Chinese robot maker Unitree's CEO still feels a software leap is years away

Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree made a spectacular stock market debut in Shanghai, with shares soaring 600% over the IPO price. However, CEO Wang Xingxing cautioned that a major software breakthrough for humanoid robots could still be years away, despite growing optimism around embodied AI and the global robotics market.

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Tech Brief (Aug. 21): Memory-Chip Maker YMTC Moves Closer to Shanghai IPO

Unitree shares decline as founder flags limits of humanoid robots, MiniMax launches new AI-native creation platform

Caixin Global · Aug 21

Global Market: Unitree shares soar nearly six-fold in Shanghai debut as robotics boom gains momentum

Unitree shares surged nearly six-fold in their Shanghai debut, marking a landmark listing for China’s rapidly expanding robotics industry. The strong debut reflects investor enthusiasm for humanoid and quadruped robots as Beijing prioritises robotics as a strategic technology sector, though questions remain over commercial adoption and growing US restrictions.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

China's Dancing Robot Star Unitree Heads For A Record IPO. Investors Want In.

Unitree has raised about $905 million ahead of its Shanghai market debut, with demand for shares exceeding the amount available by more than 8,000 times as China pushes deeper into humanoid robotics.

International Business Times · Aug 18

Beyond marathons and backflips, China's robots face a commercial test

The economic potential of humanoid robots manufactured in China is becoming increasingly evident. Investors are focusing on robots that can work efficiently and produce financial returns. The World Robot Conference marks a critical shift from showcasing technology to actual implementation.

The Economic Times · Aug 18

How U.S. military funding propelled China's robot dogs

The rise of Unitree, a Chinese company known for its impressive robot dogs, can be attributed to research breakthroughs funded by the US military. These innovations, which originated in American universities, have propelled Unitree's expansion into the market. Unlike smaller US manufacturers, Unitree's economical designs benefit from China's robust industrial…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

China’s Unitree unveils a rideable, wall-smashing robot straight out of science fiction

A Chinese robotics company has started selling a giant pilotable robot. It costs €500,000, walks on two legs, and can also smash through walls. Welcome to the future?

Euronews · May 17

Bigger than the Super Bowl — futuristic humanoid robots dominate China’s most-watched TV show and leap ahead of the Tesla Optimus

Humanoid robots were the star of the show at China's Spring Festival Gala performance –and interest has never been higher, according to retailers.

TechRadar · Feb 18

Tesla Optimus Rival Unitree Robotics Targets $7 Billion Shanghai IPO With Alibaba-Tencent Backing: Report

China’s Unitree Robotics is pursuing a $7 billion valuation for its initial public offering, positioning itself as a potential market leader in humanoid robotics technology as Beijing accelerates investment in advanced manufacturing.

Benzinga · Sep 9, 2025