Chinese robotics fundraising slows to $1.6 billion in October

Published Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · 2:05 AM EST

Chinese robotics companies raised about 11 billion yuan ($1.6 billion) in October as fundraising slowed sharply over recent months, Bloomberg reported. The slowdown suggests investment is cooling after the rapid pace that followed Unitree's Spring Festival humanoid robot showcase.

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