Ant Group, the Alibaba-linked fintech giant, is venturing into the humanoid robot industry, joining a growing list of major Chinese tech companies exploring this emerging field. The company has opened positions related to humanoid robot systems and applications through its subsidiary, Shanghai Ant Lingbo Technology, which was established at the end of 2024 with registered capital of 100 million yuan ($13.73 million), according to a local media report confirmed by an Ant spokesperson. Humanoid robots, which are designed to resemble humans in shape and movement, have become a hot investment area in China, attracting interest from both large corporations and startups across various sectors, including technology, electric vehicles, and manufacturing.Read More
