JD.com Launches Smart Robot Industry Acceleration 2.0 Plan at AWE 2026 with Robotics Alliance

On March 12, 2026, the China Household Appliances and Consumer Electronics Expo (AWE 2026) kicked off, featuring JD.com showcasing its collaboration with various robot brands. Together, they presented over 60 flagship robot products, forming a robust “Robot Mecha Alliance” matrix. During the event, JD.com officially launched the “Intelligent Robot Industry Acceleration 2.0 Plan”, aiming to help brand partners achieve cumulative revenues of over 10 billion yuan within the year.

At this year’s AWE, JD.com invited several prominent figures from the robotics industry, including Jiang Zheyuan, founder and chairman of Songyan Power; Sun Rongyi, vice president of Qianxun Intelligent; Ding Yan, CTO of Luming Robotics; Su Yang, co-founder of Lingxin Qiaoshou; and He Jiabin, founder of Ropet. These industry leaders shared their insights, providing attendees with valuable observations and perspectives on the future of the intelligent robotics sector.

The launch of the “Intelligent Robot Industry Acceleration 2.0 Plan” by JD.com is a continuation of its efforts to deepen strategic cooperation with brand partners, facilitating significant revenue growth. The plan outlines JD.com’s commitment to investing 10 billion yuan in the smart robotics sector, aiming to foster a multi-faceted ecosystem for collaboration. This includes customized consumer products, research and development support, supply chain financial services, domestic and international channel coordination, joint marketing initiatives, and the promotion of industry standards.

Furthermore, JD.com plans to sign deep strategic cooperation agreements with leading robotics brands, targeting a cumulative sales scale exceeding 10 billion yuan in 2026. JD.com will also open its resources to industry partners across various sectors, including retail, logistics, technology, health, production development, industrial applications, food delivery, and lifestyle services, while initiating multi-million scale procurement orders to accelerate the implementation of smart robotics in consumer applications.

In terms of technological collaboration, JD.com is transforming its supply chain and AI expertise into open intelligent capabilities. It will continue to provide support for various robotic products through the JoyAI large model and the JoyInside intelligent voice module, enhancing product hardware comprehension and improving human-robot interaction. Additionally, addressing issues such as short battery life and inadequate adaptability in robots, JD.com has introduced standardized battery solutions for robotic products, significantly reducing sample production cycles and brand procurement costs. This solution has already been validated with multiple robotics companies, allowing brands to focus on the integrated development of smart hardware.

Beyond strategic announcements, JD.com, in collaboration with renowned robotics brands like Yushu Technology, Zhongqing, Yunshenchu, Yuandian Intelligent, and Jingshi Technology, showcased over 60 innovative intelligent robots at their booth. These products cover various applications, including embodied intelligence, AI companionship, industrial and commercial services, and intelligent cooking. From stunning humanoid robots capable of dance performances and boxing displays to intelligent assistants serving as guides and hosts, the exhibit highlighted how smart robots are increasingly integrating into daily life.

Several new products were exclusively launched at the event. Among them, Yushu Technology presented a customized version of the R1 JoyInside humanoid robot, featuring the JD.com JoyAI voice model for seamless communication. This lightweight robot boasts powerful movement capabilities, suitable for various scenarios, including companionship, entertainment, and education. The Zeroth Yuantian M1 companion robot focuses on elderly care, offering features like fall detection alerts, AI traditional Chinese medicine consultations, and personalized memoirs. Additionally, the Jingshi Technology BaoBao robot features innovative dual forms (humanoid and dog-like) with intelligent following and AI learning functionalities. Other notable launches included the Toycity AI portable version, emphasizing emotional companionship and real-time responses, as well as the uniquely designed Yunshenchu robotic horse with sensory walking abilities.

As of now, JD.com has successfully onboarded over 200 intelligent robotics brands, including Yushu, Zhi Yuan, Yunshenchu, Songyan Power, Ubtech, Weilan, Galaxy General, Yuan Luobo, and Zhongqing. This extensive coverage spans companionship, education, technology development, industrial applications, and nearly all mainstream scenarios, establishing a leading robotics ecosystem. Many brands now consider JD.com as their first choice for launching new products. Numerous popular items showcased at AWE are available for pre-sale on the JD.com app’s “Curious Market” section.

Looking ahead, JD.com will continue to leverage its strengths in supply chain, technology, scenarios, and channels, deepening strategic collaboration with ecosystem partners. The goal is to create a more open and mutually beneficial robotics industry ecosystem, promoting innovation in intelligent robotics products and their practical applications, ultimately benefiting various industries and households while illuminating a new chapter in smart living.