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Policy·1d ago·all news from July 28, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots, to protect US AI buildout

The Trump administration has issued a ban on the import of new humanoid robots manufactured in China. This policy aims to secure the domestic supply chain for artificial intelligence development by preventing foreign hardware from integrating into sensitive American infrastructure. The restriction is designed to prioritize the growth of United States-based robotics firms and reduce reliance on Chinese technological components.

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