March Momentum in Robotics and Autonomous Machines

Humanoid Robots Take Center Stage at China’s Spring Festival Gala

China showcased advanced humanoid robots performing martial arts, comedy, and live entertainment, signaling both technical progress and a national push to lead in robotics.

Links:

• https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/17/humanoid-robots-perform-advanced-martial-arts-at-chinese-new-year-gala

• https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/17/chinas-advanced-humanoid-robots-perform-during-spring-festival-gala 

  
  

DEEP Robotics Introduces Robotic Horse (“Robo-Pony”)

A Chinese robotics company unveiled a robotic horse capable of carrying payloads and moving at speed, positioned more as a novelty and marketing showcase than a practical product.

Links:

• https://electronics360.globalspec.com/article/23511/new-robot-horse-capable-of-carrying-110-pound-payload 

  
  

Figure Demonstrates Fully Autonomous Home-Cleaning Humanoid Robot

Figure showcased a humanoid robot independently cleaning a home environment without teleoperation, marking a meaningful leap toward true autonomy.

Links:

• https://x.com/figure_robot/status/2031038981333565949