In a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are transforming ...

A robot that promises companionship, not just conversation, is already in high demand. UBTech's U1 has crossed 13,000 ...

The U1 brings a human face to embodied AI, betting on the market of ’emotional companionship.’ The Chinese robotics company ...

A leading Chinese manufacturer has unveiled a lifelike humanoid robot designed to serve as a close companion for single and elderly people. Shenzhen-based UBTech said its U1 robot is the world’s first ...

Their metallic frames covered in supple, lifelike skin, a posse of new Chinese robots meant for companionship can offer users ...

These VCs say humanoids are overhyped. They're backing robots with wheels, wings, and specialized designs instead.

Robots are increasingly finding roles in homes, workplaces and public spaces, but in Moscow this week, they stepped into a ...