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Mercator Institute for China Studies

Tracked across 3 events · 68 articles · First seen May 28, 2026 · Last active Aug 18, 2026

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China Dominates Humanoid Robot Market
Impact: The Mercator Institute for China Studies reported that despite being cheaper, Chinese humanoids are still too expensive for widespread deployment, highlighting a key obstacle.
May 28, 2026 · 20 articles
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Tech
China humanoid robot makers seek commercial adoption
At the World Robot Conference in Beijing, more than 300 Chinese humanoid robot companies showcased over 2,000 exhibits, seeking to prove their machines can generate economic value beyond viral demonstrations. The event coincided with Unitree…
Impact: Think tank providing cost estimates for humanoid robots, underscoring the gap between current prices and economic viability.
Aug 18, 2026 · 42 articles
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Regulatory
Manus resumes independent operations after Meta deal blocked
Chinese regulators blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, forcing the company to unwind the deal and resume independent operations. Manus, founded in China in 2022 and later incorporated in Singapore, announced on…
Impact: The institute provided expert commentary on the significance of the Manus case in China's crackdown on 'Singapore-washing'.
Aug 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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