China’s ‘robot games’ offer look at latest innovations

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Humanoid robots by Unitree Robotics demonstrate kickboxing during the 2026 World Robot Conference, in Beijing, China, August 19, 2026.

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Come for the funny videos, stay for the insight into the future of automation.While it’s only in its second year, China’s World Humanoid Robot Games are quickly becoming one of my favorite global tech events.

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Published August 22, 2026

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