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China overtakes U.S. in robotics venture investment, but regulators warn of bubble

China has overtaken the United States in robotics venture investment this year, with $13.2 billion versus $12.1 billion, Cryptopolitan reported. Global funding has also risen, with $9.9 billion invested in the third quarter. Big deals and a surge in robotics unicorns have followed, but Chinese officials have warned of overheating and investment has shown signs of cooling. The United States is moving to restrict Chinese-made robots through legislation and regulatory measures.

Industry

7,000 humanoid robots sold, but most go to labs not factories

About 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide last year, but many were used in research institutions or to generate data for improving AI models rather than in industrial workplaces. The International Federation of Robotics counted the 2025 sales and, for the first time, tracked humanoids as a separate category. Pilot projects at carmakers remain small. IFR cautioned sales totals do not show actual deployment, usage frequency or value creation.

AI & Enterprise

Manus returns to independent company after $2 billion merger with Meta collapses

Chinese AI agent startup Manus will soon resume operating as an independent company after a $2 billion deal to be acquired by Meta collapsed. CNBC reported on Aug. 11 that Chinese regulators in April demanded the withdrawal of the transaction, and the two sides have since been carrying out separation work. Manus was founded in China in 2022 and later moved to Singapore. Meta announced the acquisition last December.