Social & World Affairs

The Robots Are Coming

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Humanoid household helpers and robotic dogs delivering parcels: what long sounded like science fiction is rapidly becoming reality.

Expectations for humanoid robotics are enormous worldwide. The technology is expected to help address looming labor shortages, fill gaps in elderly care, and boost economic growth in the long term. While American pioneers such as Tesla are still extensively testing their humanoid robots, Beijing has already moved into industrial-scale production. China is investing billions in AI-powered machines, with a clear ambition to become the world's leading robotics superpower. At Beijing's Robot Half Marathon, humanoid machines race against humans, turning a curious spectacle into a global showcase of China's ambition to lead the robotics revolution.

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Programme Details

DURATION
1 x 30'
ORIGINAL BROADCASTER
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AVAILABLE IN
HD
ORIGINAL LANGUAGE
English
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
German