Global Robotics Race: China Leads in Humanoids, Europe in Drones, US in Software

The CES 2026 spotlight was ablaze with the robotics race, delineated by each region’s specialty: China reigning in humanoid hardware and scale, Europe asserting dominance in drones, and the US sharpening control over software brains and platforms. This division highlights the distinct trajectories humanoids are traversing, shifting from experimental labs into markets worldwide. It was evident at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas – robots took center stage, showcasing diverse skills from brewing coffee to playing ping pong. The mingling of humanoids into commercial and industrial spheres accentuates the global splintering of the robotics landscape, with Chinese companies…