AgiBot has officially launched its full humanoid and industrial robot portfolio in Europe, securing a strategic partnership with Tier 1 automotive supplier Minth Group to drive localized deployment and manufacturing.
As humanoid robots move from research labs to the "robot gig economy" and specialized 7S retail stores, the industry is finding its first sustainable revenue streams through entertainment and rentals.
Following a high-profile demonstration at China’s 2026 Spring Festival Gala, consumer interest in humanoid robotics has hit a fever pitch, with Unitree Robotics setting ambitious shipment targets for the year ahead.
Shortly after hosting the world’s first robot-led gala, Shanghai-based AgiBot has unveiled the Expedition A3, a full-sized humanoid capable of high-difficulty aerial martial arts maneuvers.
From drunken boxing martial arts to family-oriented comedy skits, China’s leading robotics firms transformed the world’s most-watched television event into a massive public stress test for humanoid viability.