China’s dancing robots spark tech curiosityNOT YET THERE: While the show was impressive, it failed to demonstrate their ability to move in unstructured environments, such as a factory floor, an expert saidThe GuardianDancing humanoid robots on Monday took center stage during the annual China Media Group’s Spring Festival Gala, China’s most-watched official television broadcast. People watch as robots dance during Lunar New Year celebrations marking the Year of the Horse in Beijing yesterday. Clips circulating online quickly drew comparisons with last year’s Lunar New Year broadcast, which also featured dancing robots, but with noticeably simpler movements. Photo: EPA“Unlike AI [artificial intelligence] models or industrial equipment, humanoid robots are highly visible examples of China’s technological leadership that general audiences can see on their phones or televisions,” he said. “People outside China underestimate China, but China is an ass-kicker next level,” Musk said last month.

Source: Taipei Times February 18, 2026 16:14 UTC