A Sichuan-based engineering influencer has unveiled a colossal remote-controlled robot arm, weighing 5,000 kilograms (5.51 tons), which he used to impact a Volvo XC70. The influencer, Fan Shisan, operates the YouTube account "Sword man Fan 13."

Shenzhen’s robotics industry achieved record output in 2025, rising 20% year on year to exceed 242 billion yuan (USD 35.4 billion). The city has cemented its position as China’s leading robotics powerhouse due to a sophisticated supply chain and a wide range of real-world applications.

AI-generated short dramas featuring animals and absurd narratives are gaining massive traction across Asia and beyond, with millions of viewers tuning into micro-series on platforms like Douyin and Xiaohongshu. These dramas, often under a minute long, are captivating audiences with their over-the-top storytelling and unexpected twists.

Figure, a humanoid robot company, has seen its robot deliveries double each month for the last three months. This follows the shipment of approximately 150 units last year. Credit: FIGURE CEO Brett Adcock shared this data on Threads, though specific figures were not explicitly provided on the chart. Deductions suggest shipments may have reached around 60 units in Feb. 2026, 120 in Mar. 2026, and 240 in Apr. 2026. This growth indicates Figure is beginning to scale production o

Huawei plans to significantly increase investment in smart-driving research and development, committing more than USD 10 billion over the next five years to enhance computing power for training. The Chinese technology firm will invest 18 billion yuan, equivalent to USD 2.6 billion, globally in smart-driving R&D this year. Credit: HUAWEI This year's R&D investment includes 10 billion yuan, approximately USD 1.46 billion, specifically for computing power. Senior Vice President

Intel projects second-quarter revenue will surpass Wall Street expectations, driven by strong demand for its server processors used in artificial intelligence (AI) data centres. Shares of Intel climbed 19% in extended trading, adding USD 64 billion to its market value. Credit: INTEL This surge extends the company’s 81% rebound so far this year. Nasdaq futures rose 0.3%, indicating traders anticipate a rise in the tech-heavy index. The company expects revenue between USD 13.8

Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has adopted a cautious tone regarding the rollout of the company's fledgling robotaxi business, an update described by several Wall Street analysts as uncharacteristically downbeat. The expansion of Tesla’s autonomous ride-hailing operation is proceeding more slowly than previously outlined by Musk.

Chinese technology giants Tencent Holdings and Alibaba Group are in discussions to invest in artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek. The startup is aiming to raise funding at a valuation exceeding USD 20 billion, according to a report from The Information.

Tesla announced a significant increase in its spending plans for 2026, projecting more than USD 25 billion in capital expenditures. CEO Elon Musk stated the investment would fund artificial intelligence, robotics, and chips, describing these moves as "well justified" for future revenue streams.

SK Hynix, a supplier to Nvidia, reported a more than five-fold increase in its first-quarter operating profit, reaching a record high. The strong results were driven by soaring demand for advanced and conventional memory chips, fuelled by the artificial intelligence (AI) boom.

Food blogger Cai Nan has created a translucent fried chicken recipe, turning crispy wings into edible art. His nearly invisible fried chicken wings have gone viral online.

Chinese robot companies are shifting focus from performance showcases to practical applications in everyday life. A recent demonstration by X Square Robot highlighted humanoids performing household tasks, such as slowly picking up litter and sorting flower bouquets. This event signaled a deeper industry move toward proving value in messy, unpredictable home environments. Credit: X Square Robo Chief Executive Wang Qian of X Square Robot stated that while the hardware is largel