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IDC data shows Agibot led global humanoid robot shipments in H1 2026

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Global humanoid robot shipments approached 25,000 units in the first half of 2026, up 432.1 percent year on year, according to the latest market data from International Data Corporation (IDC).

Agibot ranked first globally, shipping more than 8,600 humanoid robots during the period and accounting for approximately 35 percent of global shipments.

The latest figures come as the humanoid robotics industry continues to move beyond technology validation toward broader commercial deployment. [Read more…] about IDC data shows Agibot led global humanoid robot shipments in H1 2026

RoboShare secures new orders as robot rental pool grows to more than 80 machines

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AIxCrypto Holdings, has announced that RoboShare, its robot-sharing marketplace operated through its subsidiary, has secured additional short-term and longer-term service orders following its first paid commercial order.

An initial pool of more than 80 robots will provide the starting supply for the company’s 90-day plan to evaluate demand, utilization, service delivery, and unit economics through real customer orders.

Since announcing our strategic transformation, we have seen a significant increase in interest from new robot owners and potential lease customers in RoboShare. Building on the momentum of our first paid commercial order, we have already secured our second and third commercial engagements. [Read more…] about RoboShare secures new orders as robot rental pool grows to more than 80 machines

Unitree IPO oversubscribed more than 5,000 times as investors pile into humanoid robotics

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Unitree Robotics’ initial public offering has reportedly been oversubscribed more than 5,000 times as investors scramble for shares in one of China’s best-known humanoid robot manufacturers.

The Hangzhou-based company priced its IPO at 150.8 yuan ($22.4) per share, raising approximately $900 million and giving Unitree a valuation of around $9 billion, according to CNBC.

Demand for the online retail tranche of the Shanghai STAR Market offering exceeded the number of available shares by more than 5,000 times, resulting in an allocation rate of just 0.018 percent. [Read more…] about Unitree IPO oversubscribed more than 5,000 times as investors pile into humanoid robotics

Robot orders increase to $622 million in Q2 as automation demand broadens across industries

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New A3 data shows second-quarter growth across semiconductors/electronics, automotive components, food and consumer goods, metals and life sciences

North American companies ordered 8,940 robots valued at $622 million in the second quarter of 2026, according to new data released by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3).

Compared to the second quarter of 2025, this represents a 4.3 percent increase in units ordered and a 21.3 percent increase in revenue.

Second-quarter results brought first-half totals to 17,995 units valued at $1.166 billion, representing 2 percent growth in units and 6.6 percent growth in order value over the first half of 2025. [Read more…] about Robot orders increase to $622 million in Q2 as automation demand broadens across industries

Unitree expects first-half revenue growth as demand for humanoid robots accelerates

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Chinese robotics company Unitree Technology expects strong revenue growth in the first half of 2026 as demand for humanoid robots and embodied AI continues to increase, according to reports by DigiTimes and AFP.

The company expects first-half revenue of about CNY1.1 billion ($156 million), representing year-on-year growth of between 35.6 percent and 45.4 percent, the reports said.

The figures come as Unitree prepares for its planned initial public offering in Shanghai later this month. [Read more…] about Unitree expects first-half revenue growth as demand for humanoid robots accelerates

SoftBank-backed Agile Robots expects revenue to double this year

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German robotics company Agile Robots expects to double its revenue this year as demand for industrial automation continues to grow, according to an interview with the company’s chief executive published by the Wall Street Journal.

CEO Zhaopeng Chen told the newspaper that Agile Robots generated revenue of €300 million (approximately $346 million) in 2025 and expects that figure to reach around €600 million this year.

According to the report, the company has already signed customer contracts supporting its 2026 revenue forecast and expects to reach profitability within the next two to three years. [Read more…] about SoftBank-backed Agile Robots expects revenue to double this year

China threatens retaliation after US restricts imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots

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China has threatened to retaliate against new US restrictions on foreign-produced humanoid robots, warning that the measures will damage economic and trade relations between the world’s two largest economies.

The response comes after the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added foreign-produced advanced robotic devices, including humanoids and quadrupeds, to its Covered List, preventing new models from receiving the equipment authorizations generally required for import, marketing and sale in the United States.

As previously reported by Robotics & Automation News, the FCC said the decision followed determinations by US national security agencies that the devices pose unacceptable cybersecurity and supply chain risks. Existing FCC-authorized robot models are not affected. [Read more…] about China threatens retaliation after US restricts imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots

AIxCrypto launches RoboShare robot rental platform and autonomous asset network

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AIxCrypto has unveiled a robot rental marketplace and a new infrastructure platform for autonomous assets as it seeks to extend the commercial life of robots beyond their initial sale.

The Nasdaq-listed company introduced RoboShare and AIXC01 during the recent Automate Show in Chicago, outlining a strategy it says will allow robots, AI agents and other autonomous systems to generate value throughout their operational lifetime rather than only at the point of purchase.

RoboShare is designed as a marketplace that matches businesses looking to rent robots with owners seeking to monetize underused robotic equipment. The platform will support both full robot rentals and service-based bookings, enabling companies to access robotic capabilities without purchasing equipment outright. [Read more…] about AIxCrypto launches RoboShare robot rental platform and autonomous asset network

Agibot reaches new milestone as its 15,000th humanoid robot rolls off production line

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Agibot, a global leader in embodied AI and robotics, has announced that its 15,000th robot has officially rolled off the production line.

The milestone unit is the Agibot G2, an industrial-grade embodied task robot designed for industrial and real-world operational scenarios.

Following the rollout of its 5,000th and 10,000th robots, this latest milestone marks another significant step in Agibot’s scaling journey. It reflects the company’s continued progress in moving embodied AI robots from product validation and batch production toward larger-scale delivery and real-world deployment. [Read more…] about Agibot reaches new milestone as its 15,000th humanoid robot rolls off production line

Interview with Clearpath Robotics co-founder Ryan Gariepy: ‘Most industries in Canada are under-automated’

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Canada has long been recognized for its contributions to robotics research, producing world-class universities, pioneering robotics startups, and innovative technologies that have found applications across manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, mining, and defense.

Yet despite this strong technical foundation, many observers argue that Canada has not always translated its research strengths into widespread industrial deployment at the same pace as some other leading economies.

Few people have witnessed that evolution more closely than Ryan Gariepy, co-founder of Clearpath Robotics, one of Canada’s most successful robotics companies. [Read more…] about Interview with Clearpath Robotics co-founder Ryan Gariepy: ‘Most industries in Canada are under-automated’

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