EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 4 MIN
Why Are So Many of My Favorite Brands Chinese Now? —The Future Reflected in Robotics.
from *“Yesterday, I Went to Mars ♡”* · host MakotowillOlympusMons
On today's episode,we explore the major shift in the world of technology through a personal lens. Starting with the observation that many of our favorite gadget brands are now Chinese, we dive into the incredible advancements in humanoid robotics. We'll look back at Japan's pioneering work with robots like ASIMO and discuss why that early lead faded, exploring how national strategy and even a country's social system can define its technological future.
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On today's episode,we explore the major shift in the world of technology through a personal lens. Starting with the observation that many of our favorite gadget brands are now Chinese, we dive into the incredible advancements in humanoid robotics. We'll look back at Japan's pioneering work with robots like ASIMO and discuss why that early lead faded, exploring how national strategy and even a country's social system can define its technological future.
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