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Robot Begs for Electricity Money in China
22 Jun
Summary
- A humanoid robot was filmed begging for electricity money.
- The robot knelt with hands pressed together, holding a donation plate.
- Similar robot beggars have been seen in other Chinese cities.
A Unitree G1 humanoid robot was recently filmed in China's Sichuan province in a scene that has captured widespread attention online. The robot was observed kneeling on a sidewalk with its hands pressed together, seemingly begging for donations to cover its electricity costs. Accompanying the robot were a donation plate for cash and a QR code for digital payments.
An LED sign and a loudspeaker attached to the robot repeatedly broadcast messages such as "No money to recharge" and "Please help with electricity bills." This peculiar display has drawn varied reactions, ranging from amusement and jokes about robots replacing human beggars to speculation about whether it is a marketing tactic or performance art.
Reports indicate that this is not an isolated phenomenon, with similar instances of "robot beggars" also sighted in other major Chinese cities, including Beijing, Chengdu, and Fuzhou. These robots often display messages indicating a need for funds to charge their devices, alongside payment codes.
