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US bans foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security
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The Independent
China makes substantially more humanoid robots than the U.S. and other competitors, and analysts estimate that Chinese humanoid robots’ global market share has reached roughly 85%.
The FCC’s ban includes new imports of humanoid robots, quadrupeds – often referred to as four-legged robot dogs – as well as foreign-made power inverters.
The United States has been taking steps in keeping Chinese technology out with recent bans on imports, including of Chinese-made drones.
Morgan Stanley analysts forecast China’s humanoid robot market could reach $15 billion by 2030.
Nvidia, for example, in June revealed a humanoid robot reference design which uses the humanoid chassis of Chinese robot maker Unitree.