Tag: Humanoid robots

China’s Humanoid Robot Kickboxing Championship: The Future of Combat Sports or Just a High-Tech Circus?

China’s Humanoid Robot Kickboxing Championship: The Future of Combat Sports or Just a High-Tech Circus?

Posted by | Jun 4, 2025 | |

China’s first robotic kickboxing tournament showcased AI humanoids that moved more like dancers than fighters, offering a glimpse into the country’s push for adaptable, graceful robotics. While the bots stumbled initially, they demonstrated rapid improvement, highlighting China’s focus on practical mobility solutions amid labor shortages.

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Figure’s Helix: Ushering in the Era of Truly Intelligent Humanoid Robots

Figure’s Helix: Ushering in the Era of Truly Intelligent Humanoid Robots

Posted by | Feb 21, 2025 | , ,

Can a humanoid robot unpack your groceries, adapt to new tasks on the fly, and collaborate with its mechanical peers? Figure’s new Helix platform is bringing us closer to that reality. With its groundbreaking Vision-Language-Action system, Helix turns complex voice commands into precise actions—heralding a new era of robotics. Here’s how it works and why it matters.

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