China’s AI & Robotics Breakthroughs: Top 10 Developments (Feb 9-15, 2026)
ByteDance Unveils Seedance 2.0: AI Video Model with Director-Level Capabilities
ByteDance launched its next-generation AI video generation model, Seedance 2.0, on February 11, 2026. Classified under AI video generation, the model accepts text, image, audio, and video inputs to produce 15-second, multi-shot videos with native audio—showcasing advanced narrative understanding and cinematic quality. The release marks a leap toward controllable “industrial-grade” content creation tools, with the potential to revolutionize film, advertising, and short drama production by slashing costs and technical barriers.
Source: Sina Finance
Doubao 2.0 Series Launches: World-Class LLMs at a Fraction of the Cost
ByteDance’s AI brand Doubao entered its 2.0 era with a suite of foundation models, including flagship Pro, Lite, Mini, and a dedicated Code version. Positioned in the LLMs/foundation models category, the Pro variant matches top international competitors while delivering significant cost reductions. This move intensifies competition in China’s LLM market, making enterprise-grade AI accessible at unprecedented price points and accelerating adoption for complex, production-level tasks.
Source: Sina Finance
World’s First Humanoid Robot Free Combat League Announced in Shenzhen
Shenzhen Zhongqing Robot Technology unveiled the inaugural global humanoid robot free combat league on February 9, 2026. Part of the humanoid robotics sector, the league features tiered competitions and a top prize of a gold belt valued at 10 million yuan (approximately $1.4 million). The initiative commercializes humanoid robotics through sports entertainment, creating a real-world testing ground for core motion control and balance algorithms.
Source: Financial World
200+ Robots Take Center Stage at “Robot Spring Festival Gala”
Zhiyuan Robot produced a live-streamed variety show featuring over 200 robots performing breakdancing, comedy, magic, and synchronized dances. As a showcase of entertainment robotics, the event serves as a high-visibility demonstration of China’s progress in complex motion control and multi-robot coordination technology.
Source: China News Network
Shandong Data Center Boosts Humanoid Robot Scenario Development
The Lepu (Jinan) Humanoid Robot Data Training Center—focused on humanoid robotics infrastructure—operates 45 humanoid robots across 11 simulated scenarios, with a goal to generate over 3 million high-quality data entries annually. The center addresses a critical bottleneck in real-world interaction data, speeding up the practical deployment of robots across industries.
Source: China News Network
Dobot Begins Mass Delivery of Industrial Humanoid Robot “ATOM”
Dobot has started mass production and delivery of its full-size industrial humanoid robot “ATOM,” designed for high-precision assembly tasks in industrial settings. This milestone marks the shift of humanoid robotics from laboratory development to large-scale commercial application in manufacturing.
Source: Economic Reference News
Shengshu Tech Raises $82M+, Vidu Model Ranks Global Second in AI Video
AI video generation firm Shengshu Tech secured over 600 million yuan (approximately $82 million) in its A+ funding round. Its Vidu Q3 model claimed the top spot in China and second globally in a key AI video benchmark. The funding and technical achievement solidify China’s competitiveness in global AI video generation and provide creators with a powerful commercial tool.
Source: Sina Finance
Axera Intelligence Lists on HKEX: China’s First Edge AI Chip IPO
Edge AI chip maker Axera Intelligence successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on February 10, 2026—earning the title of “China’s first edge AI chip stock.” The IPO represents a milestone for China’s AI chip industry, validating domestic AI hardware companies and fueling further ecosystem growth.
Source: Tencent News
State Council Prioritizes “AI+” Initiative to Spur New Productive Forces
China’s State Council held a special study session focused on fully implementing the “AI+” action plan to cultivate new quality productive forces, with a focus on foundational technology and data supply. The policy sets a national tone for AI development in 2026, signaling strong support for AI integration across all economic sectors.
Source: Toutiao (AI News Brief)
SASAC Mandates “AI+” for Central SOEs, Establishes Industry Community
The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) is expanding the “AI+” special action for central state-owned enterprises (SOEs), outlining tasks including advancing large model technology and increasing computing power investment. An embodied intelligence industry community was also established to drive collaboration. This push will accelerate AI adoption across China’s massive state-owned industrial sector, ensuring large-scale application scenarios and steady demand for the domestic AI industry.
Source: Sina Finance