Robots & AI
+ FollowTrack robots and AI developments in China and beyond. This category collects coverage of artificial intelligence and robotics — from humanoid robots and embodied AI to large language models, automakers' moves into the field, and the companies and breakthroughs driving the race. As carmakers and tech giants expand beyond vehicles, here's where you'll find the latest on the robots and AI shaping the future.
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Xpeng CEO takes helm of robotics unit to drive physical AI transition
Xpeng CEO said the move is a crucial step in the company's transition from a smart car company to a physical AI company.
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Li Auto schedules software and AI event for June 15 to explore embodied intelligence
Li Auto will detail what embodied intelligence is and its roadmap in the software and AI fields.
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Xpeng loses robotics product head as 2026 mass production target looms
The sudden personnel change comes at a critical time as Xpeng sprints toward its goal of mass-producing humanoid robots by the end of 2026.
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BYD enters humanoid robot market, may sell through dealer network
A BYD executive confirmed the development of humanoid robots and is considering bringing them into household scenarios.
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BYD-backed robotics firm PaXini weighs Hong Kong IPO
PaXini completed a funding round of over 1 billion yuan ($148 million) in March, pushing its valuation above 10 billion yuan.
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Xpeng initiates non-compete probe against former employees amid AI push
One former employee faces a massive claim of nearly 10 million yuan ($1.48 million) from Xpeng for an alleged breach of contract.
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Li Auto reshuffles teams again to deepen AI and robotics push
Li Auto set up three new embodied AI departments to accelerate its transition into an AI and robotics company.
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RoboSense robotics LiDAR shipments surpass automotive for first time
RoboSense's robotics LiDAR sales reached 185,500 units in the first quarter, accounting for more than half of its total shipments for the first time.
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CATL reportedly plans to invest in Chinese AI star DeepSeek
The potential investment by CATL comes as the company expands into new businesses.
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Nio launches AGI super star program to recruit top global AI talent
Nio is recruiting top AI talent from global universities, focusing on physical world base models and enterprise-level intelligent systems.
