Chinese startups are churning out more humanoid robots than their U.S. rivals, despite far lower valuations.

American defense strategy is entering a new era driven by advanced technology, as the Pentagon has issued a multimillion-dollar contract to test powerful humanoid robots. Foundation Future Industries has landed a $24 million deal to develop its “Phantom” robots,

Walker S2 is an adult-sized humanoid robot with legs, a torso, and arms. China is sending these robots to patrol their border with Vietnam.

Robotics and automation have moved well beyond the trade‑show stage and into a real investment cycle. Companies across manufacturing, logistics, and fulfillment are deploying collaborative robots, machine‑vision systems,

HUMANOID robots are getting ready to leave research labs and start working in real factories. A new study from Roland Berger, Humanoid Robots 2026 – The Convergence Moment for a New Market, says this change is happening now.

Mercedes-Benz has partnered with robotics firm Apptronik to explore using humanoid robots in its manufacturing plants. A Mercedes-Benz executive believes the current technology is too slow and lacks the flexibility required for vehicle production.

At BMW’s sprawling plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a humanoid robot called Figure 02 has been clocking 10-hour shifts on the assembly line, picking up sheet-metal parts and placing them into fixtures alongside human workers.