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Inside the World Robot Conference in Beijing, drawing over 300 exhibitors; Unitree founder Wang Xingxing said the industry's "ChatGPT moment" has yet to come (Financial Times)

Beijing policymakers have made robotics a ‘strategic priority’ — At the World Robot Conference in Beijing this week …

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The World Robot Conference in Beijing drew over 300 exhibitors, showcasing the industry's advancements. Unitree founder Wang Xingxing stated that the industry's "ChatGPT moment" has yet to come. According to Fortune, Wang Xingxing predicted that this breakthrough could take "2 to 3 years at the fastest, and 5 or even 10 years at the slowest".

Wang Xingxing described a future where robots can be placed in unfamiliar environments and handle about 80% of tasks through voice commands or text alone. This vision marks a shift from his previous prediction that the breakthrough moment for robotics would come within five years.

Beijing policymakers have made robotics a 'strategic priority'. Unitree's stock skyrocketed 460% after going public on Shanghai's STAR Market. Despite the enthusiasm, Wang Xingxing's comments reflect a more cautious outlook on the industry's near-term prospects.

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