Imagine checking into a hotel in Beijing and being greeted by a humanoid host offering towels, snacks and local tips. Welcome to the robotics era in the Chinese mainland, where smart machines are stepping out of factories and into our daily lives.
From CGTN journalist Wan Hongjia's report at a launch event in Beijing to robots delivering room service and acting as bionic companions, China is racing ahead as a global hub for innovation. Startups in Shenzhen and tech giants in Shanghai are rolling out machines that can navigate crowds, recognize faces and learn from interactions.
Hospitality and eldercare are early adopters. In cities across the Chinese mainland, autonomous delivery bots weave through hotel corridors, freeing staff to focus on personalized guest experiences. Meanwhile, robotic pets and companion devices are offering social interaction and health reminders for older adults at home.
What's driving this surge? A powerful mix of abundant data, strong manufacturing networks and supportive government initiatives. Universities and incubators are training talent, while venture capital fuels prototypes and pilot programs. The result is a fast-moving ecosystem that turns bold ideas into real-world robots.
For young global citizens and digital nomads, this revolution means more immersive travel experiences and cutting-edge services. Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts can watch the Chinese mainland as a live testbed for robotics at scale, while thought leaders debate the social and ethical dimensions of our new co-robot companions.
As humanoids on the rise, robots in the Chinese mainland aren't just science fiction anymore – they're becoming part of the story we live every day.
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Humanoids on the rise: Why China's robotic future is coming fast
cgtn.com
