Alibaba's Amap is set to unveil its first quadruped robot, marking the company's entry into the robotics hardware market. This new product will compete directly with Unitree's Go series, known for its Go2 model priced at $1,600. Amap, a subsidiary of Alibaba, has been investing heavily in embodied intelligence, exploring both quadruped and humanoid robots. The launch signifies Alibaba's strategic move into a competitive field already populated by companies like Unitree, Agibot, and Ant Group. Meanwhile, the robotics industry is witnessing intense talent competition, with UBTECH offering up to RMB 124 million ($18 million) for a Chief Scientist role. Amap's venture into robotics leverages its extensive spatial data and navigation algorithms, crucial for developing mobile robots.