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DeepSeek

DeepSeek is a Hangzhou-based AI startup (founded 2023) that develops open‑weight large language models.

Boston Dynamics Testifies Against Unitree Robotics in Congress

March 20, 2026 by Mike Kalil
Unitree Robotics vs. Boston Dynamics

Chinese robotics leader Unitree finds itself in the crosshairs of the US government, which increasingly views its rapid ascent as a national security risk.

Hangzhou’s ‘6 Little Dragons’ Disrupt Global Tech

November 6, 2025September 13, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Hangzhou Six Little Dragons

Six Little Dragons are rising in China, breathing fire across artificial intelligence, robotics, and even the human brain.

Shenzhen Floods Global Market with AI-Powered Toys

April 5, 2026September 3, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Chinese AI powered toys hit the market

Shenzhen is churning the toys out as it celebrates 45 years since its 1980 designation as China’s first Special Economic Zone (SEZ).

The Rise of Fake Humans: Humanoids to Watch Out for in 2025

January 17, 2026July 1, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Humanoid Robots

A truly staggering number of AI-powered machines are emerging basically every day.

China’s New DeepSeek-Powered Humanoid Robots Target Customer-Facing Roles

November 2, 2025April 10, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Chery Aimoga DeepSeek AI-Powered Humanoid Robot

China’s largest exporter of passenger cars is entering the emerging humanoid robotics market with a radical approach

AgiBot’s New Humanoid Robot Rides a Bike, Understands Emotions

July 5, 2025March 12, 2025 by Mike Kalil
AgiBot Lingxi Humanoid Robot from Shanghai

The new humanoid robot from Shanghai startup AgiBot moves like a teenager.

DeepSeek, Engine AI Robots Deployed to Transform Chinese City

May 14, 2026February 20, 2025 by Mike Kalil
ENGINEAI PM01 in Shenzhen, China

AI-powered humanoids are taking over Shenzhen as the city transforms into a robot-run metropolis.

China’s AI Robots Play Big Role in 2025 Lunar New Year Festivities

May 14, 2026January 29, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Unitree H1 humanoid robot with performers at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala

China’s AI-powered robots are playing a prominent role as the country rings in the 2025 Lunar New Year.

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