The World Humanoid Robot Games were held in Beijing over the weekend, showcasing AI-powered robots from various countries competing in sports such as kickboxing, track, soccer, and dance. The opening ceremony took place on Thursday, where a robot experienced a mishap while attempting to light the games’ torch. Over 500 robots from 16 nations, including Japan, the United States, and Germany, are participating in 26 events. During Friday’s 1,500-meter race, one robot was disqualified when its head detached mid-stride. Another incident occurred during a soccer match when a robot tripped, causing multiple mechanical players to fall and necessitating human assistance. (Story URL)
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