Feb. 18 at 4:34 PM
Unitree Robotics showcased advanced humanoid robots performing highly coordinated tasks in a Lunar New Year video, underscoring China’s growing strength in robotics. The demonstration highlights how AI can now train robots for complex, labor-saving work—but large-scale adoption remains constrained by cost.
Current humanoid robots cost over
$100,000 to produce, and prices likely need to fall below
$20,000 to enable mass-market adoption comparable to cars or smartphones.
Founded about a decade ago, Unitree is not yet public but is planning an IPO in early or mid-2026. Its valuation, previously estimated at
$7 billion in 2025, could now be significantly higher. Industry comparisons include Boston Dynamics—majority-owned by Hyundai Motor—whose valuation has reportedly surged to around
$25 billion.
U.S. investors have limited direct exposure to humanoid robotics. Tesla is developing its Optimus robot and plans to unveil version three this year.
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