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Unitree's Affordable Robots Challenge Boston Dynamics' Dominance

2/28/2026

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Wang Innovates Robotics

Wang, a 35-year-old engineer, founded Unitree in Hangzhou, China, after developing the affordable quadruped robot XDog during his master's studies.
Unitree aims to produce low-cost legged robots, with the Go2 at about $1,600, far below Boston Dynamics' Spot at $74,500.
Unitree has 500 employees and opened a large factory in 2025.
Unitree's products gained international recognition at events such as India's AI Impact Summit.

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Chancellor Merz Explores Robotics

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou, China, on February 26, 2026, to observe WuBot and meet Wang Xingxing.
The visit, part of a two-day trip to China, included 30 senior German industry executives.
Wang Xingxing, founder of Unitree Robotics, expressed hope for enhanced cooperation with German firms.
Wang Xingxing noted the German market's potential and the benefits of advancing intelligent robotics for global development.

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Wang Innovates Robotics

Wang, a 35-year-old engineer, founded Unitree in Hangzhou, China, after developing the affordable quadruped robot XDog during his master's studies.
Unitree aims to produce low-cost legged robots, with the Go2 at about $1,600, far below Boston Dynamics' Spot at $74,500.
Unitree has 500 employees and opened a large factory in 2025.
Unitree's products gained international recognition at events such as India's AI Impact Summit.

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