Unitree unveils $575,000 transformable mech robot for civilian use
Named GD01, the transformable robot can carry a human operator and switch between upright humanoid form and a four-legged mode designed for rough terrain.
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Hangzhou summit spotlights AI’s expanding role in education
Local authorities said AI literacy courses now cover all grade levels across the city’s primary and secondary schools, with students receiving at least 10 class hours per academic year.
DEEP Robotics unveils robot dog system for mine and tunnel rescue
The robot combines a quadruped platform, AI models and 5G-plus-satellite communications to enter hazardous areas without human rescuers.
Ningbo unveils new ‘9-point framework’ to aid AI-enabled solo founders
With the new policy, Ningbo hopes to gather over 10,000 AI “super-individuals” by 2028, strengthening the city’s footprint in the emerging solo-entrepreneur economy.
Alibaba plugs Qwen into Taobao to spur AI-driven shopping
The move marks one of the world’s first deep integrations between a large-scale e-commerce marketplace and a top-tier large language model platform.
Hangzhou lab unveils hybrid cargo drone and hydrogen aircraft upgrades
The centerpiece was the AL-100, which the lab said is the world’s first 1-ton hybrid cargo drone, officially unveiled under the “Tianmushan 3” program.
Jack Technology inks deal for 2,000 humanoid robots in apparel push
In recent years, the Taizhou-based company has been accelerating its transition from a legacy sewing machine maker to a pioneer of advanced manufacturing.
Zhejiang to roll out 20,000 humanoid robots annually by 2027
The plan places humanoid robots among Zhejiang’s priority industries as China intensifies efforts to commercialize embodied AI and advanced robotics.
Alibaba turns annual family day into showcase of everyday AI ambitions
More than 40,000 guests registered for this year’s event on May 10, coinciding with Mother’s Day and the 22nd edition of Alibaba’s annual open-campus carnival.
Rokid taps chipmaker Awinic as AI eyewear battle heats up
The partnership highlights growing industry recognition that dedicated chips optimized for spatial computing could become critical as AI glasses move toward mass adoption.