Video: Humanoid robots take centre stage at China’s Lunar New Year show
Humanoid robots danced and performed martial arts on stage as China showcased its latest technology for Lunar New Year.

Humanoid robots danced and performed martial arts on stage as China showcased its latest technology for Lunar New Year.





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