Hong Kong’s first robot-run convenience stores

BEIJING-BASED company Galbot has launched its first humanoid robot-operated convenience stores in Hong Kong.

The venues include two outdoor shops in Hung Hom and Wan Chai and an indoor store at Kai Tak.

SCMP reporter Llewellyn Cheung got a first-hand look at the store to see what the fully automated shopping experience was like.—Sept 4, 2026

Main image: Mid-Day

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