From lion dances to 3v3 football: Robots steal the show at Beijing’s Lunar New Year fair
Euronews.com • • world
Key Points:
- Humanoid robots are prominently featured in Beijing's Lunar New Year celebrations, performing lion dances, playing autonomous 3v3 football matches, and preparing traditional snacks as part of a technology-themed temple fair.
- Developed by startups like Booster Robotics, these robots operate independently using AI for decision-making and teamwork, such as passing the ball and goalkeeping during football matches.
- The lion dance performances are created through motion-control training, where robots learn by watching videos and executing pre-programmed actions to ensure quality shows.
- The temple fair highlights China's growing ambition to advance AI-powered robotics with minimal human intervention, reflecting rapid technological development in the country.
- While many visitors admire the technological feats, some emphasize that emotional connection remains central to New
