China

A new bipartisan bill seeks to ban the federal government from purchasing or operating Chinese-made robots, setting up a clash between national security concerns and the current reality of Chinese market dominance.

Following a successful pilot in its EV factory, Xiaomi has completely redesigned its humanoid hand, introducing a 1:1 human form factor, 150,000-cycle durability, and an evaporative liquid-cooling system to manage motor heat.

Stepping away from the industrial aesthetic of its predecessors, LimX Dynamics has debuted Luna, a sleek, matte-black humanoid capable of high-difficulty gymnastics and lifelike movement.

With over 300 robots registered and new rules favoring autonomous navigation, the 2026 Beijing Humanoid Half-Marathon aims to move beyond last year’s experimental debut toward industrial standardization.

Following a massive $200 million funding round and the launch of its modular research platform, LimX Dynamics is pivoting toward a more refined aesthetic with a new mystery model set for reveal tomorrow.