China’s Robot Maker Unitree Valued At $1.7 Billion In Series C Round

China’s Robot Maker Unitree Valued At $1.7 Billion In Series C Round

Unitree Robotics, a Hangzhou-based maker of humanoid robots completed series C funding this month that values the company at 12 billion yuan ($1.7 billion).

AI Panic: Panasonic employs Unitree robots as sales assistants in China

While the Chinese robotic company Unitree remains popular, it would seem that its robots are being typecast for performances ever since its internet-breaking outing at the Chinese New Year (CNY) Gala earlier this year. Not only have they been touring supermarket branches, but they have also been awarded a patent for performing robots and a method for dance performances. However, the recent collaboration between Unitree and Panasonic has changed …