Embodied Intelligence

At the 2025 World Robot Conference, Unitree Robotics CEO Wang Xingxing emphasized the need for robust and unified “embodied intelligence robot foundation models,” citing them as the industry’s core bottleneck. He believes current robotic model architectures are lacking, and the industry needs a “ChatGPT moment.” Unitree is focused on developing general-purpose humanoid robots for diverse tasks and sees unified models, affordable hardware, high-volume manufacturing, and accessible computational power as key priorities for the next 2-5 years.

The 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) showcased a shift in focus from Large Language Models (LLMs) to embodied intelligence, particularly humanoid robots. The event, touted as the “largest WAIC ever,” featured over 800 exhibitors. While humanoid robots drew huge crowds and high ticket prices, some insiders noted a “playing it safe” approach, prioritizing fundraising over groundbreaking innovation. LLM companies, while still present, appeared more subdued, focusing on practical applications and revenue generation, with many aiming for “¥1 billion in revenue.” Concerns linger about a potential bubble, especially in embodied intelligence.

At WAIC 2025 in Shanghai, DEEP Robotics showcased its embodied intelligence advancements, highlighting industry applications of its quadruped robots. A miniature power inspection site featured the Jueying X30 robot autonomously inspecting equipment and recharging. The “Intelligent Inspection System” manages multiple robots and maintains high accuracy. DEEP Robotics also presented its product line, including the Jueying Lite3 with AR-based human-machine interaction, and the Leaper robots demonstrating advanced movement. Their solutions are deployed across various industries worldwide.

Deep Robotics, a leader in embodied intelligence, has established a “Zhejiang Province Postdoctoral Research Station,” approved by the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security. In partnership with Zhejiang University, the station offers premier research resources, a dual-mentor system, and a full-chain system for technology industrialization. This signifies a new phase in Deep Robotics’ R&D and talent development, with the first postdoctoral researcher already on board, and solidifying the company’s commitment to bridging research and industry.