SIASUN(SZ:300024) 2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-11-12 05:26Core Insights - The 2025 RoboCup Asia-Pacific finals will take place in Abu Dhabi from November 10 to 14, marking the largest robot competition in the Gulf region to date [1] - The event aligns with the UAE's national strategy to advance artificial intelligence and robotics technology [1] - Over 700 participants from 22 countries and more than 2,500 spectators are expected to attend, showcasing various challenges in AI and autonomous robotics [1] Group 1: Event Details - The competition features 8 main categories and 15 sub-projects, including soccer robots and rescue robots, with over 170 teams participating [1] - Notable participation includes 22 teams from Singapore, 20 from South Korea, 19 from India, and 12 from China, among others [1] - Local representation includes 10 teams from the UAE, with 44 students competing [1] Group 2: Technological Highlights - A key highlight is the debut of the "5 vs. 5 humanoid robot soccer match," considered one of the most technically challenging events due to the requirement for fully autonomous AI decision-making [2] - The competition will also feature performances in boxing, running, and dancing by robots [2] - The RoboCupJunior segment will see UAE students competing in various categories, guided by mentors from the "SPARC" initiative aimed at nurturing local talent in robotics [2] Group 3: Industry Impact - Dr. Hamad Karki emphasized the strong appeal of Abu Dhabi as a robotics innovation hub, showcasing the collaboration between government, investors, and academia [1] - The event serves as a platform for global research institutions and companies to explore the future of robotics [2] - The ultimate goal of RoboCup is to create a fully autonomous humanoid robot soccer team by 2050, with the 2025 finals being a critical milestone towards this vision [3]