【#Tech24H】Data published by market research institute Smart Analytics Global reveals that global humanoid robot shipments hit roughly 19,100 units in H1 2026, over three times the 5,100 units recorded a year earlier. AGIBOT claimed the top spot with shipments of 8,400 units, capturing a 44% global market share, followed by Unitree at 5,900 units. Both Chinese manufacturers outpace U.S. frontrunners such as Tesla and Agility Robotics by a wide margin in shipment volume. The sector is still in its nascent stage with annual global shipments only hitting tens of thousands of units. Current market share figures mainly demonstrate early first-mover gains, and the core challenge facing Chinese players is to retain their dominant position amid future competition. [ By Zhang Liyan ]