Humanoid robots are now making their mark in the film industry, assisting filmmakers with precision and creativity. Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot is designed to operate cameras, keeping human crews safe from hazardous environments. This innovation stems from a collaboration between WPP, Boston Dynamics, and Canon, enhancing filmmaking efficiency.
China is set to launch the world’s first large-scale training hub for humanoid robots in July 2025. Located in Shanghai, the center will focus on enhancing data sharing among developers and teaching essential skills to over 100 robot models, addressing key challenges in humanoid robotics research and development.
The Chinese humanoid robot “Walker C” will debut at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, showcasing advancements in robotics and AI. Designed by UBTech Robotics, it offers guidance and hospitality services, highlighting China’s commitment to innovation in the field. The event starts on April 13, 2025, on Yumeshima Island.
Unitree Robotics has announced the upcoming “Unitree Iron Fist King: Awakening,” a robot boxing event featuring two humanoid robots. Early test matches showcase their capabilities, though their movements reveal limitations compared to professional fighters. Despite this, a match between the robots promises to be an entertaining spectacle.
Korea’s “K-Humanoid Alliance” has launched, uniting over 40 companies, including Samsung and LG, to compete in the humanoid robot market. With a projected growth to $38 billion by 2035, the alliance aims to accelerate development and commercialization of advanced humanoid technologies, addressing concerns of falling behind global competitors.
The K-Humanoid Alliance has been launched in South Korea, uniting over 40 government, academic, and corporate entities to advance humanoid robot development. The initiative aims to create a robust AI foundation model by 2028, fostering collaboration and innovation in robotics and AI technology across the nation.
The Figure 02 humanoid robot, developed by Figure AI, is revolutionizing production at BMW’s Spartanburg plant, achieving a 400% increase in speed and significantly improving task success rates. Designed for heavy lifting and efficiency, it marks a historic step in integrating humanoid robots into industrial environments.
The world’s first human-robot co-run marathon is set to take place, attracting over 30,000 human participants and numerous robotic innovators. This groundbreaking event aims to test technological advancements in humanoid robotics while promoting collaboration between technology and humanity, showcasing the potential for future applications in various fields.
On April 13, Beijing will host the world’s first humanoid robot half marathon, featuring 23 teams from various companies and universities. Robots like “Lingbao” and the compact “N2” are set to compete, showcasing advancements in robotics and testing their capabilities in a challenging 21-kilometer race.
Hyundai is set to purchase tens of thousands of Boston Dynamics’ robots, marking a significant step in integrating humanoid technology into manufacturing. This partnership aims to accelerate robot development and commercialization, with the redesigned electric Atlas humanoid expected to begin operations in Hyundai factories by 2025.
