Chinese robotics innovation has become the talk of CES 2026 in Las Vegas this week, with Beijing-based UniX AI's humanoid robot 'Wanda' demonstrating unprecedented domestic capabilities in both household functionality and cultural integration.
Practical Intelligence Meets Cultural Nuance
The 1.65-meter-tall Wanda executes household chores with 98% precision while showcasing traditional Chinese tea ceremony skills – a dual capability analysts say reflects China's unique approach to AI development. UniX AI engineers told KhabarAsia the robot's fluid wrist movements required three years of R&D to perfect traditional beverage preparation techniques.
Production Scaling Signals Strategic Priority
With monthly deliveries exceeding 100 units to global clients, UniX AI's production ramp-up aligns with the Chinese mainland's broader push to lead intelligent robotics. Industry reports indicate China now accounts for 43% of global humanoid robot patents filed in 2025.
Workforce Integration Accelerates
Early adopters in Shanghai and Shenzhen report using Wanda models for elderly care and hospitality services. This comes as China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology prepares new guidelines for human-robot collaboration frameworks expected this quarter.
