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Unitree IPO frenzy leaves question of when robots will do housework

China’s humanoid robot maker Unitree has pulled off a record-breaking IPO, but attention is shifting from flashy demonstrations to whether its robots can earn money in factories and homes. The company raised about $900 million and was valued at about 61 billion yuan, with heavy subscription demand. Analysts and filings point to limits in dexterity, durability and battery life, while high valuation and U.S. regulatory risks loom.