Topic: China

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10 Industrial and Service Robotics Trends in the IFR’s World Robotics 2021 Report

October 28, 2021 · Worldwide industrial and service robotics shipments began to recover last year, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the International Federation of Robotics' annual report.

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GM Invests $300M in Momenta to Deploy Self-Driving Technologies in China

September 23, 2021 · As part of its global strategy toward electric and autonomous vehicles, General Motors is investing in Momenta, a Chinese developer of self-driving software.

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Agile Robots Raises Series C Funding, Claims to Be First Unicorn in Field

September 13, 2021 · Agile Robots, which has headquarters in Munich and Beijing, has developed software and hardware and said it is the first intelligent robotics company worth $1 billion.

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Xiaomi Acquires DeepMotion as It Moves Into Automotive Sector

September 1, 2021 · Xiaomi has reported record Q2 revenue and is diversifying from consumer electronics into electric and autonomous vehicles with its purchase of Deep Motion Technology.

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Qcraft Raises $100M Series A Funding for Autonomous Shuttle Bus Development

August 14, 2021 · Qcraft, which is developing a full stack of autonomous vehicle technology using simulation and 5G technologies, is planning to deploy more 'Dragon Boat' buses.

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ABB Acquires ASTI Mobile Robotics Group to Broaden Automation Portfolio

July 20, 2021 · Industrial automation provider ABB plans to acquire logistics firm ASTI, adding autonomous mobile robots to its portfolio, with facilities in Spain and China.

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Geek+ Opens Global R &D Center for Logistics Automation at Hong Kong Science Park

July 20, 2021 · Geek+, which provides mobile robots for a variety of industrial applications, said its new Global R&D Center in Hong Kong reflects its ongoing commitment to innovation.

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Freetech Raises $100M Series A Funding to Produce ADAS, Autonomous Driving

July 5, 2021 · Freetech Intelligent System is developing perception for ADAS and autonomous cars and shuttle buses. The company plans to use its funding to move into mass production.

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WeRide Closes $310M Series C Round for Robotic Taxis, Buses

June 23, 2021 · WeRide, whose Master Platform powers its robotaxis and Mini Robobus vehicles, has received funding from Nissan and others, bringing its valuation to $3 billion.

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ZongMu Raises $190M Series D for Autonomous Driving and Parking

June 2, 2021 · ZongMu Technology, which supplies advanced driver-assist systems and autonomous parking capabilities to Chinese automakers, is valued at $11 billion.

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AutoX and Honda China Collaborate on Autonomous Vehicle Testing on Public Roads

April 17, 2021 · AutoX, which is already offering robotaxi services in China, is working with Honda China to continue self-driving car development.

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Robotics Can Boost Business Recovery From COVID-19, Says IFR President

March 30, 2021 · Despite challenges from international trade and the COVID-19 pandemic, now is the best time for businesses to adopt automation, says IFR President Milton Guerry.

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Manufacturing in the USA vs. China: AI could be the tipping point

October 9, 2019 · High labor cost and quick time-to-market have driven U.S. manufacturers to be more aggressive with the adoption of industrial artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.

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