Alibaba’s Amap navigation unit is preparing to launch its first quadruped robot. This move marks the company’s official entry into the embodied AI sector. Chinese manufacturers currently dominate this field.
Amap’s research division is also evaluating the feasibility of humanoid robots. An Amap spokesperson confirmed significant investment in embodied intelligence. The quadruped robot is expected to be released soon.
Alibaba shares rose following the report. The expansion supports the company’s aggressive artificial intelligence investment strategy to secure future growth.