Unitree Founder Predicts 2 to 10 Years for Embodied AI 'ChatGPT Moment'

Wang Xingxing, founder of Unitree, stated at the 2026 World Robot Conference that achieving a 'ChatGPT moment' for embodied AI will likely take 2 to 10 years. While the company has deployed robots in automotive factories and testing environments, widespread adoption remains limited by efficiency and versatility. The primary challenge currently lies in aligning AI large model inputs and outputs with physical robotic actions.