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From science fair to strategic showcase: a decade of China’s robot games
- China is sweeping the so-called "Robot Olympics," reflecting a state-backed push to make robotics a strategic national industry.
- A striking milestone: Honor's humanoid "Flash" ran a robot half‑marathon autonomously in 50:26 (2026), reportedly beating the human world record by nearly seven minutes.
- Robotics have shifted from college projects to consumer/commercial products — e.g., Xiaomi's $1,500 Cyberdog vs. Boston Dynamics' ~$75,000 Spot — aided by cheaper components, a competitive supply chain and government support.
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