In the rapidly advancing world of technology, innovations in the fields of AI and robotics are continuously emerging, profoundly changing our ways of life and work. Today, the AI Exploration Office will focus on the latest news and developments in AI and robotics both domestically and internationally, exploring the infinite possibilities in this field together.
Domestic AI and Robotics Hot News
Gaode Map Launches HumanRig Technology
Gaode Map has announced the launch of HumanRig technology and has open-sourced the industry’s first large-scale dataset specifically designed for 3D humanoid character rigging. This technology aims to reduce the cost of character animation production and promote the animation industry towards a more efficient and automated direction, becoming a key infrastructure for Gaode to create an immersive navigation experience.
The world’s first humanoid robot half marathon officially kicks off in Beijing
On April 19, 2025, the world’s first humanoid robot half marathon officially started in the Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone (Yizhuang), marking a historic step in the innovative integration of robotics technology and sports competition. This event attracted nearly 20 humanoid robot teams from around the world to compete alongside human participants, challenging the 21.0975-kilometer half marathon course together. The “Tian Gong” robot crossed the finish line first with an excellent time of 2 hours, 40 minutes, and 42 seconds, winning the championship and sparking widespread attention and discussion.
Coze Space Officially Launches Internal Testing
ByteDance’s technical team has announced that its new AI collaborative office platform, “Coze Space,” has officially launched internal testing. “Coze Space” aims to become the best place for users to collaborate with AI agents, providing comprehensive services from answering questions to solving problems, helping users complete their work more efficiently.
International AI and Robotics Hot News
General Large Model Startup MiniMax Secures Over $600 Million in Funding Led by Alibaba
The general large model startup MiniMax is undergoing a new round of large-scale financing, with a total amount exceeding $600 million, with Alibaba as the core lead investor. Previously, MiniMax had completed three rounds of financing, with investors including Tencent Investment.
AI Startup Seeking AI Plans to Raise $50 Million Before IPO
The AI startup Seeking AI plans to raise an additional $50 million before its initial public offering (IPO). The company focuses on using AI technology to analyze financial data and provide strategy recommendations for traders, with its platform having over 300,000 users.
Google Releases AI Video Generation Feature
Google has launched an AI video generation feature that can generate images from text prompts and supports multi-round iterative optimization of images while maintaining character consistency. This feature showcases Google’s latest advancements in the field of AI-generated content, bringing more possibilities to video creation.
Conclusion
The hot news and developments in the fields of AI and robotics are continuously emerging, leading us towards a more intelligent, convenient, and efficient future. Let us pay attention to the development of these cutting-edge technologies together, exploring every new application with innovative thinking. In the world of AI and robotics, we are not only witnesses but also participants and creators!