The company has raised funds through crowdfunding to develop smart glasses that combine photography, live translation, and AI-guided tours.

The move comes as ByteDance directs more resources toward AI models and professional creators.

DramaBuddy will equip creators with access to stories, production tools, and distribution as the company expands its animated microdrama business.

Founder Wang Xingxing predicts a breakthrough in physical AI within one to three years.

Equipment sales account for the bulk of revenue as the company automates drone deployment and expands overseas through local operators.

The startup is targeting makers first, with a small home deployment planned for early 2027 to test robots that learn from users.

The Hikvision subsidiary is developing submicron measurement systems and using AI to bring X-ray inspection to more production lines.

Partnerships with automakers are helping Lemmo expand sales of its folding e-bikes in China.

The dock pairs automated battery changes with the Matrice 5TD drone, which DJI says can take off again within 45 seconds.

With Viatrix X, the company aims to balance power, weight, heat, and freedom of movement for everyday hikers.