news Scmp World 2026-07-07

China Sees Surge in Unicorn Start-ups Driven by AI and Robotics Boom

China has recorded its highest number of new unicorn start-ups in five years, with 67 created in the first half of 2026, fueled by significant growth in AI and robotics investment.

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