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Fox News
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Robots step into the ring for a first-ever boxing match
Robot combat just got a lot more interesting in Hangzhou, China. Four Unitree G1 robots, each steered by a human operator, went head-to-head in a tournament called Unitree Iron Fist King: Awakening! The event took place right next to Unitree's massive new factory and drew a lively mix of tech fans and people just curious to see what all the buzz was about. This wasn't only about showing off robotic strength; it gave everyone a front-row seat to how impressively robots can now move and react almost like humans. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you'll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide — free when you join. The competition was structured like a classic martial arts tournament. Each match consisted of three rounds, each lasting two minutes. Points were awarded for strikes: one for a hand hit, three for a leg strike. Knockdowns or failure to recover within eight seconds meant penalties, adding to the tension. The format kept things fast-paced and easy to follow. The opening match set the tone. "AI Strategist," controlled by Lu Xin, faced "Silk Artisan," piloted by Jiao Tianqi. AI Strategist wasted no time, landing precise blows and ultimately knocking out Silk Artisan in the third round. Next up, "Armored Mulan" faced off against "Energy Guardian." Energy Guardian scored a dramatic knockdown in the first round, and despite a late stumble from Armored Mulan, Energy Guardian secured the win. The final bout saw AI Strategist return to the ring against Energy Guardian. In a display of skill and adaptability, AI Strategist delivered three consecutive knockouts, clinching the championship. According to Zhou Di, a robotics expert with the China Computer Federation, "The robots' ability to predict opponents' moves and adjust in real time is a leap forward." Standing 4.3 feet tall and weighing 77 pounds, the Unitree G1 is built for agility. With 23 degrees of freedom and powerful knee joints, these robots can throw hooks and side kicks and recover quickly after a fall. They may look a bit clunky in action, but their movements are surprisingly fluid and engaging. The G1 is designed with accessibility in mind. It's more affordable than Unitree's flagship H1 model, which stands nearly 6 feet tall and costs upwards of $90,000. The G1 can be folded up and carried by one person, and it can reach speeds of about 4.5 miles per hour. Its impressive moves, such as kip-ups and side flips, are made possible by the LAFAN1 motion capture dataset, which translates human movements into robotic actions. This tournament wasn't just for show. It served as a real-world test for the G1's sensors, motors, and algorithms. Every punch, dodge and recovery pushed the robots to their limits. Observers noted some minor issues, like slight delays in reaction time or wobbles after taking a hit, but overall, the robots handled the pressure well. One of the most interesting aspects of the G1 is its ability to learn new skills over time. Operators can control the robots using motion-sensing devices, traditional controllers or even voice commands. Unitree is making it easy for anyone to experience these battles, whether through live streams or in-person events. The "Unitree Iron Fist King: Awakening!" tournament really showed us what the future of robot combat could look like. The G1 robots wowed everyone with their quick moves, flexibility and the kind of action that keeps a crowd cheering. As the tech keeps getting better, these events are only going to get more fun and easier for everyone to check out, bringing the excitement of robot sports to fans everywhere. Would you buy a ticket to watch a live robot battle, or do you prefer traditional sports? Let us know by writing us at For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Follow Kurt on his social channels: Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions: New from Kurt: Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
CGTN: Sci-fi becomes reality: China's groundbreaking humanoid fighting championship captivates global audiences
China Media Group debuted the world's first humanoid robot combat event in Hangzhou on May 25, 2025, showcasing bots performing martial arts moves learned from motion-captured fighters. Celebrated as a tech milestone, the competition merges innovation with spectacle, signaling China's ambition to lead the robotics industry and pioneer real-world applications. BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 May 2025 - China Media Group (CMG) unveiled the world's inaugural humanoid robot fighting competition on Sunday in Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, marking a milestone in robotics innovation. [VIDEO] Dubbed the 'Mech Combat Arena Competition,' this high-energy event showcased robots engaging in choreographed combat, performing moves like jabs, uppercuts and kicks. As part of CMG's broader World Robot Competition Series – which includes robot football and basketball – the tournament blends education and entertainment, aiming to popularize cutting-edge robotics through immersive, theme-based spectacles. How robots learned to fight Behind the robots' seemingly effortless martial prowess lies a meticulous development process: the bots learn from human 'shifus.' Engineers collaborated with professional fighters to capture motion data from key body joints during real combat maneuvers. This data was then integrated into the robots' AI-backed control systems, followed by extensive testing and refinement to ensure stability and fluidity. The result? Machines capable of dynamic, human-like agility under intense duress – a testament to advancements in motion planning and real-time balance control. Two robots fight on stage during the world's first humanoid robot fighting competition, Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 25, 2025. /China Media Group Experts laud breakthroughs and future potential The competition has drawn praise from industry leaders for pushing technological boundaries. Liu Tai, deputy chief engineer at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, called the event 'a thrilling demonstration of stability and coordination in high-intensity scenarios,' highlighting its role in bridging scientific progress with industrial application. Meanwhile, Sun Tizhong, an official in charge of future industries development in Zhejiang Province, emphasized the region's strategic focus on humanoid robotics, citing its 'explosive potential' and noting Zhejiang's 2024 action plan to foster cross-sector collaboration in the field. Global audiences embrace the robotic revolution The tournament resonated far beyond the Chinese mainland. Media outlets in China's Taiwan region hailed it as turning 'sci-fi into reality,' while Taipei youths praised CMG for transforming complex topics like productivity innovation into accessible public discourse. On social media, international viewers flooded CGTN's YouTube channel with enthusiastic reactions: 'This is just the start. Imagine in five years with all the crazy tech advancements.' 'Soon this will become a new world sporting event.' 'The fact that they chose to include kicks... and generally pull it off is impressive.' 'American dreams, all comes true in China.' From showbiz to real-world applications The Hangzhou showdown follows April's historic humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing, where the Tiangong Ultra robot completed 21 kilometers in under three hours. While still a collaborative experiment rather than a pure competition, the race underscored broader ambitions. As engineer Cheng Xuemei noted, the technology behind these feats could revolutionize elder care, hazardous environment operations and industrial automation. With China projected to produce over 10,000 humanoid robots by 2025 – claiming more than half the global market – the nation's robotics sector appears poised to reshape both industry and daily life worldwide. For more information, please click: Hashtag: #CGTN The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Zawya
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
CGTN: Sci-fi becomes reality: China's groundbreaking humanoid fighting championship captivates global audiences
China Media Group debuted the world's first humanoid robot combat event in Hangzhou on May 25, 2025, showcasing bots performing martial arts moves learned from motion-captured fighters. Celebrated as a tech milestone, the competition merges innovation with spectacle, signaling China's ambition to lead the robotics industry and pioneer real-world applications. BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 May 2025 - China Media Group (CMG) unveiled the world's inaugural humanoid robot fighting competition on Sunday in Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, marking a milestone in robotics innovation. Dubbed the "Mech Combat Arena Competition," this high-energy event showcased robots engaging in choreographed combat, performing moves like jabs, uppercuts and kicks. As part of CMG's broader World Robot Competition Series – which includes robot football and basketball – the tournament blends education and entertainment, aiming to popularize cutting-edge robotics through immersive, theme-based spectacles. How robots learned to fight Behind the robots' seemingly effortless martial prowess lies a meticulous development process: the bots learn from human "shifus." Engineers collaborated with professional fighters to capture motion data from key body joints during real combat maneuvers. This data was then integrated into the robots' AI-backed control systems, followed by extensive testing and refinement to ensure stability and fluidity. The result? Machines capable of dynamic, human-like agility under intense duress – a testament to advancements in motion planning and real-time balance control. Experts laud breakthroughs and future potential The competition has drawn praise from industry leaders for pushing technological boundaries. Liu Tai, deputy chief engineer at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, called the event "a thrilling demonstration of stability and coordination in high-intensity scenarios," highlighting its role in bridging scientific progress with industrial application. Meanwhile, Sun Tizhong, an official in charge of future industries development in Zhejiang Province, emphasized the region's strategic focus on humanoid robotics, citing its "explosive potential" and noting Zhejiang's 2024 action plan to foster cross-sector collaboration in the field. Global audiences embrace the robotic revolution The tournament resonated far beyond the Chinese mainland. Media outlets in China's Taiwan region hailed it as turning "sci-fi into reality," while Taipei youths praised CMG for transforming complex topics like productivity innovation into accessible public discourse. On social media, international viewers flooded CGTN's YouTube channel with enthusiastic reactions: "This is just the start. Imagine in five years with all the crazy tech advancements." "Soon this will become a new world sporting event." "The fact that they chose to include kicks... and generally pull it off is impressive." "American dreams, all comes true in China." From showbiz to real-world applications The Hangzhou showdown follows April's historic humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing, where the Tiangong Ultra robot completed 21 kilometers in under three hours. While still a collaborative experiment rather than a pure competition, the race underscored broader ambitions. As engineer Cheng Xuemei noted, the technology behind these feats could revolutionize elder care, hazardous environment operations and industrial automation. With China projected to produce over 10,000 humanoid robots by 2025 – claiming more than half the global market – the nation's robotics sector appears poised to reshape both industry and daily life worldwide. For more information, please click: Hashtag: #CGTN The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. CGTN
Malay Mail
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
CGTN: Sci-fi becomes reality: China's groundbreaking humanoid fighting championship captivates global audiences
China Media Group debuted the world's first humanoid robot combat event in Hangzhou on May 25, 2025, showcasing bots performing martial arts moves learned from motion-captured fighters. Celebrated as a tech milestone, the competition merges innovation with spectacle, signaling China's ambition to lead the robotics industry and pioneer real-world applications. Two robots fight on stage during the world's first humanoid robot fighting competition, Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 25, 2025. /China Media Group BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 May 2025 -China Media Group (CMG) unveiled the world's inaugural humanoid robot fighting competition on Sunday in Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, marking a milestone in robotics the "Mech Combat Arena Competition," this high-energy event showcased robots engaging in choreographed combat, performing moves like jabs, uppercuts and kicks. As part of CMG's broader World Robot Competition Series – which includes robot football and basketball – the tournament blends education and entertainment, aiming to popularize cutting-edge robotics through immersive, theme-based the robots' seemingly effortless martial prowess lies a meticulous development process: the bots learn from human "shifus."Engineers collaborated with professional fighters to capture motion data from key body joints during real combat maneuvers. This data was then integrated into the robots' AI-backed control systems, followed by extensive testing and refinement to ensure stability and result? Machines capable of dynamic, human-like agility under intense duress – a testament to advancements in motion planning and real-time balance competition has drawn praise from industry leaders for pushing technological boundaries. Liu Tai, deputy chief engineer at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, called the event "a thrilling demonstration of stability and coordination in high-intensity scenarios," highlighting its role in bridging scientific progress with industrial Sun Tizhong, an official in charge of future industries development in Zhejiang Province, emphasized the region's strategic focus on humanoid robotics, citing its "explosive potential" and noting Zhejiang's 2024 action plan to foster cross-sector collaboration in the tournament resonated far beyond the Chinese mainland. Media outlets in China's Taiwan region hailed it as turning "sci-fi into reality," while Taipei youths praised CMG for transforming complex topics like productivity innovation into accessible public discourse. On social media, international viewers flooded CGTN's YouTube channel with enthusiastic reactions:"This is just the start. Imagine in five years with all the crazy tech advancements.""Soon this will become a new world sporting event.""The fact that they chose to include kicks... and generally pull it off is impressive.""American dreams, all comes true in China."The Hangzhou showdown follows April's historic humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing, where the Tiangong Ultra robot completed 21 kilometers in under three still a collaborative experiment rather than a pure competition, the race underscored broader ambitions. As engineer Cheng Xuemei noted, the technology behind these feats could revolutionize elder care, hazardous environment operations and industrial China projected to produce over 10,000 humanoid robots by 2025 – claiming more than half the global market – the nation's robotics sector appears poised to reshape both industry and daily life more information, please click:Hashtag: #CGTN The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
