Globally, AI has become a familiar part of our lives. Many countries are racing to develop and apply AI, enhancing their competitiveness to boost economic growth. Every day, millions of people worldwide use AI to search for information, learn, work, create content, listen to music, edit images, or even chat as if with a personal assistant.
Thanks to AI, humans have become accustomed to the increasing presence of robots. Now, robots are not just simple grasping devices, but can perform complex tasks, from cleaning houses and working in factories to participating in sports and dance, to rebuilding after natural disasters. Notably, the emergence of intelligent humanoid robots and advancements in technology have led to robots that can speak and express "emotions," sharing with humans with increasingly sophisticated skills.
According to a research report by market research firm TrendForce, 2026 will be a pivotal year for the commercialization of humanoid robots, with the potential to ship over 50,000 robots globally, marking a major turning point in the international robotics industry.
The US robotics industry is currently marking a significant turning point in the race to bring humanoid robots from the laboratory into real-world homes. The US is building its first "super factory" for humanoid robots, aiming to produce 100,000 household robots by 2027. The robotics company 1X has officially begun operating its first integrated humanoid robot manufacturing plant in Hayward, California.
Meanwhile, China's rapidly developing humanoid robotics industry also offers diverse application scenarios and tiered pricing, including platform support for the consumer market, healthcare applications, and the automotive manufacturing sector.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to fundamentally change the way we live and work. The rapid development of AI is not only creating technological changes but also impacting how people think, communicate, and create. As AI acts as a powerful support tool, many users are beginning to develop the habit of consulting AI before making decisions, using AI for learning, working, or entertainment as an integral part of their lives.
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into human life, a new form of culture is gradually emerging. This includes habits of using AI, norms of behavior towards technology, how humans collaborate with machines in work and creativity, as well as debates about ethics, copyright, and responsibility in the digital age. It can be said that AI is not only changing the way we live but also contributing to shaping an "AI culture"—a new characteristic of modern society in the 21st century.
According to research published in Forbes magazine, in a context where AI can generate countless pieces of content at virtually zero cost, value no longer lies in the ability to produce content but in the ability to select, evaluate, and interpret the value of that content. In other words, human "aesthetic taste," the ability to choose, and judgment could become the most valuable asset. How humans use AI will bring product value to the users themselves.
Therefore, "AI culture" will lie in how people evaluate, use, and choose to use AI most effectively without being swept along by technological trends. A healthy AI culture requires users to maintain critical thinking, the ability to verify information, and the capacity to make independent decisions, instead of relying entirely on suggestions or results generated by AI.
AI can assist humans in processing data, generating ideas, and improving productivity, but it cannot completely replace judgment, creativity, emotions, and human values. The ability to choose what is truly meaningful, trustworthy, and aligned with societal values will become the foundation for building a sustainable "AI culture," where technology serves humanity, rather than controlling it.