FCC bans imports of advanced foreign robots and power inverters, hitting China hard

The US Federal Communications Commission announced on Tuesday a ban on importing advanced robotic devices and power inverters made in foreign countries. The ban covers mobile robots, including humanoid and quadruped models, though it is not strictly limited to walking robots. While the FCC stated the measure is not directed at any single country, it is expected to significantly affect China, which has been rapidly expanding its humanoid robot industry. Chinese robotics firm Unitree is among the manufacturers likely to feel the impact of the new restrictions.