On April 19, 2025, the E-Town District of Beijing held an incredible event as Beijing became the first city to host a humanoid robot half-marathon. There were 21 humanoid robots competing with more than 12,000 human runners and the distance was 13.1 miles.
This event showcases the progress in AI-driven robotics. It also highlights how China is running laps around other countries when it comes to humanoid robot development.
