Paris, France, June 19, 2026 (AFP) - European robotics start-ups go up against Chinese heavyweights

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2026-06-19

Humanoid robots able to perform tasks from grape harvesting to welcoming visitors were front and centre at France's Vivatech trade fair this week, with European firms looking to fill niches beyond what dominant Chinese giants can offer. French company Enchanted Tools was showing off its Mirokai, a "social" robot with long orange ears and wide blue eyes. Able to communicate in over 50 languages, prototypes of the Paris-based firm's machine are alr......

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