US senators target Chinese robots in governmentReutersTwo US senators on Thursday planned to introduce a bill that would ban the government from buying or operating humanoid robots made by Chinese firms. The bill comes as Chinese firms compete with US firms such as Tesla to deliver humanoid robots that can stand in for humans for tasks as varied as dangerous manufacturing work and household chores. At least two Chinese firms — Agibot and Unitree — are preparing to list shares in China this year as their products capture attention there. “Robots made by Communist China threaten Arkansans’ privacy and our national security,” Cotton said. “We must continue to promote and propel America’s robotics superiority while safeguarding our privacy and national security from adversaries,” Stefanik said in a statement.

Source: Taipei Times March 27, 2026 17:11 UTC