20 Jun 2026
Robotics start-ups in Europe take on Chinese giants
Robots might be Europe’s last chance, as the continent ‘does require this economic pillar to sustain’ itself By Daxia Rojas / AFP, PARIS Humanoid robots able to perform tasks from grape harvesting to welcoming visitors were front and center at France’s Vivatech trade fair, with European firms looking to fill niches beyond what dominant Chinese giants can offer.
