Deep Tech

Elastomer “muscles” and a bionic spine made the robot so lifelike that it’s forcing a rethink of how closely machines can mimic humans.

The Chinese AI firm sees a synergy between AI and IP innovation.

Even as Chery, Sunwoda, and others announce new developments, the economics of solid-state batteries still have yet to add up.

CEO He Xiaopeng views Xpeng’s platform as the foundation for next-generation mobility and embodied systems.

The firm’s share price has nearly tripled over the past year, driven by steady cash flow, global expansion, and a distinct strategy.

With its robots already in active use, the company is shifting embodied intelligence from pilot projects to full-scale deployment.

It’s price and performance, not geography, that now dictates AI adoption.

Despite its record scale, the deal’s co-co model highlights both rising ambition and lingering skepticism in a cooling market.