Wuzhen Summit 2026 showcases advancements in AI and robotics

The 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Wuzhen Summit, held from November 2 to 5 in Wuzhen, China, focused on the theme of open source and openness to build a shared cyberspace community. The event featured the Light of Internet Expo, which hosted over 670 enterprises from 54 countries and regions, showcasing more than 1,000 cutting-edge technologies.

A primary focus of this year's summit was the transition of artificial intelligence from exhibition stages to real-world applications. Notable demonstrations included Alibaba’s omnimodal Qwen3.8-Max model, Hangzhou Heiman Technology’s SG100 industrial reconfigurable dexterous hand, and Moxin Technology’s MoWorld 2.0 4D world model.

The summit also highlighted significant progress in humanoid robotics. Industry data indicates that China’s humanoid robot shipments are projected to reach 62,500 units in 2026. Companies such as Agibot have rolled out over 20,000 general-purpose AI robots, while Unitree Robotics has seen significant market growth following its listing on the STAR Market.