From robot dogs to helpers, China puts robotics ambitions on display at world conference

China hosted the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing, where companies showcased their expanding robotics industry with various models like humanoid robots and helper machines. Leading companies such as Unitree and UBTECH demonstrated advanced capabilities, including dancing, boxing, and emotional care for individual buyers. The conference took place amidst reports of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid and quadruped robots due to national security concerns.