Experts analyze role of humanoid robots in future

An increasing number of humanoid robot sports events, ranging from a half-marathon in April to a combat tournament recently, have been held across China, highlighting the industry's rapid development while sparking debate about its technological direction.

The humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing drew dozens of domestic robot companies, research institutions and universities that showcased their robotics technology. Despite some robots impressively crossing the finish line, several competitors failed to complete the race, with some even falling apart, raising concerns about the real-world value of these humanoid machines.

Later in April, the inaugural Embodied Intelligent Robot Games took place in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, featuring a wider range of robotic sports, including soccer.