# Chinese Robot Developer Unitree Soars 460% On Blockbuster IPO > Source: > Published: 2026-08-19 13:56:06+00:00 The Chinese robot maker Unitree rocketed higher on its opening day as a public company. The Hangzhou, China-based outfit makes AI-powered humanoid robots that rival Tesla's Optimus units and four-legged versions dubbed "robot dogs." Unitree is the first pure play robotics company to go public in mainland China. Shares closed up 460% on Wednesday. The stock had soared as much… # Chinese Robot Developer Unitree Soars 460% On Blockbuster IPO Copyright ©2026 Investor's Business Daily, LLC. All rights reserved. 87990cbe856818d5eddac44c7b1cdeb8