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South China Morning Post
12 hours ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
‘EV moment' for humanoid robots may be 5 years away, UBS says
Humanoid robots are unlikely to deliver significant productivity gains or be disruptive to household routines within the next five years, due to major barriers in artificial intelligence (AI), data collection and inadequate regulatory frameworks, according to UBS. 'The 'EV moment' [for humanoid robotics] may not happen within five years,' Phyllis Wang, China industrials analyst at UBS Securities, said at a briefing on Monday. Wang defined an 'EV moment' as the pivotal breakthrough when technological bottlenecks were resolved, enabling sales to leap from 1 million to 10 million units in a five-year span. She noted that the much-hyped humanoid robotics sector was not yet at this turning point. Despite near-term caution, Wang sees gradual progress, particularly in areas related to ageing societies, such as elderly care and labour shortages, as well as the reshaping of global manufacturing supply chains. UBS predicted that the global humanoid robot population would surpass 300 million by 2025, with annual demand reaching 86 million units and the market value of the industry chain ranging from US$1.4 trillion to US$1.7 trillion. The humanoid robotics sector has been in the spotlight this year, notably after performances by Unitree Robotic's dancing robots at China Central Television's New Year's Gala. Their presence at sports competitions, marathons and technology expos attracts wide attention. A robotic dog from Deep Robotics goes through its paces in Ningxia. Photo: Handout Government policies have further accelerated this momentum. 'Embodied intelligence' – the ability of robots to effectively interact with the physical environment – was mentioned by Premier Li Qiang in his March government work report. Major cities such as Shenzhen, Beijing and Shanghai have fast-tracked dedicated industry funds, injecting capital into the emerging sector. According to UBS data, investments in humanoid robotics increased from just six deals worth US$63 million in 2022 to 40 deals totalling US$562 million last year.
NDTV
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Cowboy Hat-Wearing "Jake The Rizzbot" Interacts With People
A talking robot has astounded both - the Austin residents and the online community - with its mastery of Gen Z and Gen Alpha vocabulary. Meet Jake the Rizzbot, a child-sized AI-powered robot, which is operated using a wireless controller. Fitted with a silver chain and a fake cowboy hat on its head, the machine has "IN TRAINING" printed on its chest. Videos of Jake interacting with people at The Domain in downtown Austin and North Austin have surfaced on social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jesse Hernandez (@jesseh7203) The bot tried to jog down pavements and even chatted to amazed onlookers and impressed Austin residents with his "rizz." On the recent test run, Jake's owner was excited to show off his newest device and enjoyed informing onlookers that they "might get to see it faint" when Jake's battery began to run low. "Hey! I'm Jake, but you might know me better as Rizzbot. It's nice to meet you," Jake said in a viral video, before immediately launching into the laudatory adulation. "You look clean, nephew. That moustache is hard and that beard is cold, ma homie. That white t-shirt is amazing, and that black wristwatch is completely frosted out," Jake added. The bot used several Gen Z and Gen Alpha words, saying, "You've got that badass energy G, that clean drip locked down, and you're rocking it in style. Props to you, you are a solid boss 'fo real." People on the internet were astounded by Jake's flicks, and some were even concerned about the implications of bots like him for the development of artificial intelligence. "More like glaze bot holyyy," one user commented. "Jake always been a chill guy," a second comment read. "The first iteration of the terminator," said one. The robot stands at four feet tall and weighs 170 kg. It was created by China-based Unitree Robotics, which debuted the Unitree G1 humanoid agent in May, as per The NY Post. The Unitree website states that the price is approximately $16,000 (almost Rs 13.7 lakh), although it frequently varies. The robot is intended to function as an "AI avatar" that grows "based on deep reinforcement learning and simulation training."
New York Post
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Slick-talking, cowboy hat-wearing robot dubbed ‘Jake the Rizzbot' spits Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang, leaving strangers gobsmacked
The Wild West meets Wall-E. A slick-talking, cowboy hat-wearing robot, unofficially named 'Jake the Rizzbot,' stunned both Texas locals and the Internet with its proficiency in both Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang while out on the town last week — even inspiring a Bitcoin in its honor. The child-sized, AI-powered robot — complete with a knockoff cowboy hat and silver chain — was captured on video all around Austin, Texas during its training out in the wild. The little engine did its best to jog down sidewalks and even talked to awed passersby, while spitting the latest slang, clips shared online show. 3 Jake the Rizzbot was captured on video galavanting through Austin, Texas last week. Storyful Jake left no stone unturned as it galavanted through Austin. The robot, which is operated by a person through a wireless controller, is manufactured by the China-based Unitree Robotics. The Unitree G1 humanoid agent was originally unveiled last May, clocking in at 4 feet tall and 77 pounds. It sells for around $16,000, but prices often vary, according to the Unitree website. The robot is meant to serve as an 'AI avatar' that develops 'based on deep reinforcement learning and simulation training,' according to the company website. Jake is thankfully still learning and, despite his name, isn't able to pick up ladies at the bars just yet. Still his 'rizz' impressed Austin locals enjoying the nightlife last week. The man who owns and operates Jake accompanied it on the test run. He was eager to show off his latest gadget and wasn't bothered when Jake started to run out of battery, instead telling people that they 'might get to see it faint.' 3 Jake is a Unitree G1 humanoid agent that sells for around $16,000. Storyful 'Hey! My name is Jake, but perhaps better known as Rizzbot. It's nice to meet you,' Jake began in a video captured by a man it encountered, before diving straight into the typical lauding praise it's known for. 'Ma homie, that beard is cold and that mustache is hard, you look clean, nephew. Gee, that black smartwatch is straight iced out, and that white tee's bangin'. You got that clean drip locked down, you got that boss energy G, and you rockin' it with style. Props to you, you are a solid boss 'fo real,' the bot said, borrowing several terms from Gen Z and Gen Alpha. As videos of Jake went viral, people online were left gobsmacked — and even scared about what bots like it mean for the future of artificial intelligence. 3 The robot relies on a learning AI program to operate. 'Let it walk around the parking lot by Macy's I bet it will get robbed,' one user commented. 'It's all fun and games until the cowboy robot pulls out a machete,' one man wrote. Despite becoming a quick microcelebrity online, Jake doesn't have an official social media account. It's unclear who exactly owns the bot — the man who accompanied it in Austin hasn't been publicly identified — and why its AI has been trained to flatter strangers.
Associated Press
27-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
RCEP expo in Linyi boosts trade, cooperation and development
LINYI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 June 2025 - The 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo, which kicked off on June 27 in Linyi, Shandong province. The ongoing expo features 348 participating enterprises from 66 countries and regions such as Cambodia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions. With a total exhibition area of 35,000 square meters and 1,200 international standard booths, the event attracted 15,000 visitors on its opening day. Notable participants include 179 companies from the RCEP region, 51 countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, and various international associations, fostering efficient business connections on a global scale. The expo also introduces new segments like the smart technology zone and multinational corporations area, highlighting leading tech firms such as Tesla and Unitree Robotics, which produces humanoid robots, alongside Global Fortune 500 companies like CP Group and Amazon. This platform serves as a nexus for unveiling the latest industry trends and showcasing advanced manufacturing capabilities worldwide. 'I've been really impressed by Linyi's business environment and especially its logistics system — it's very advanced. Under the RCEP framework, I think Linyi has a lot of potential to serve as a key link between China and Southeast Asia,' said Princess Norodom Jenna, member of the Cambodian Royal Family, during the ongoing expo. 'I hope to see more collaboration between Linyi and Cambodia, especially in areas like specialty trade and e-commerce. It would be great to bring more Cambodian products here to Linyi, and at the same time, help Linyi's goods reach Cambodia through the BRI,' added Princess Jenna. 'Linyi boasts well-developed infrastructure, leaving a lasting impression with its high-quality roads and buildings. Known for its excellent logistics system, Linyi offers picturesque scenery and warm hospitality. Attending the exhibition today, I've brought our East Malaysian products including bird's nest, pepper, and palm sugar,' said Tan Kai, chairman of the Padawan Municipal Council and mayor of Padawan in Malaysia. He added that this expo showcases an incredible population diversity, with a vast number of booths creating a bustling atmosphere. In recent years, Linyi has enjoyed strong economic growth alongside RCEP member states. According to official statistics, in 2024, the city's trade with RCEP member countries amounted to 78.65 billion yuan ($10.95 billion), an increase of 9.7 percent year-on-year, accounting for 46.5 percent of the city's total imports and exports. Hashtag: #Linyi #RCEP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Malay Mail
27-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
RCEP expo in Linyi boosts trade, cooperation and development
LINYI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 June 2025 - The 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo, which kicked off on June 27 in Linyi, Shandong province. The ongoing expo features 348 participating enterprises from 66 countries and regions such as Cambodia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative a total exhibition area of 35,000 square meters and 1,200 international standard booths, the event attracted 15,000 visitors on its opening day. Notable participants include 179 companies from the RCEP region, 51 countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, and various international associations, fostering efficient business connections on a global expo also introduces new segments like the smart technology zone and multinational corporations area, highlighting leading tech firms such as Tesla and Unitree Robotics, which produces humanoid robots, alongside Global Fortune 500 companies like CP Group and Amazon. This platform serves as a nexus for unveiling the latest industry trends and showcasing advanced manufacturing capabilities worldwide."I've been really impressed by Linyi's business environment and especially its logistics system — it's very advanced. Under the RCEP framework, I think Linyi has a lot of potential to serve as a key link between China and Southeast Asia," said Princess Norodom Jenna, member of the Cambodian Royal Family, during the ongoing expo."I hope to see more collaboration between Linyi and Cambodia, especially in areas like specialty trade and e-commerce. It would be great to bring more Cambodian products here to Linyi, and at the same time, help Linyi's goods reach Cambodia through the BRI," added Princess Jenna."Linyi boasts well-developed infrastructure, leaving a lasting impression with its high-quality roads and buildings. Known for its excellent logistics system, Linyi offers picturesque scenery and warm hospitality. Attending the exhibition today, I've brought our East Malaysian products including bird's nest, pepper, and palm sugar," said Tan Kai, chairman of the Padawan Municipal Council and mayor of Padawan in added that this expo showcases an incredible population diversity, with a vast number of booths creating a bustling recent years, Linyi has enjoyed strong economic growth alongside RCEP member states. According to official statistics, in 2024, the city's trade with RCEP member countries amounted to 78.65 billion yuan ($10.95 billion), an increase of 9.7 percent year-on-year, accounting for 46.5 percent of the city's total imports and #Linyi #RCEP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
