WAIC 2026

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 is Shanghai's annual conference dedicated to showcasing artificial intelligence innovation and development. The 2026 edition served as a major platform for embodied AI—physical systems designed to perceive and act effectively within real-world environments.

Chinese robotics companies including ACE Robotics, Pudu Robotics, AGIBOT, and Joyson Electronics debuted new robot platforms and AI systems at the conference, signaling industry momentum in embodied AI development.

The showcased innovations span industrial automation, energy infrastructure, and everyday consumer applications, illustrating the expanding scope of robotics and AI beyond traditional factory settings into increasingly diverse operational domains.