From mixed martial arts to mechanical dogs: the World Robot Conference 2026 – in pictures

More than 3,000 products were shown at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing as China showcased its rapidly growing robotics industry. The event, which ran from 19-23 August, showcased the latest advances across…

Guardian TechAug 24, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

From mixed martial arts to mechanical dogs: the World Robot Conference 2026 – in pictures

More than 3,000 products were shown at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing as China showcased its rapidly growing robotics industry.

The event, which ran from 19-23 August, showcased the latest advances across the robotics industry, from humanoid robots to embodied intelligence and cutting-edge components

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