China's 106 Embodied Intelligence Data Centers Face Operational Hesitation Amid Unclear Revenue Models
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As of August 2026, China has announced 106 centralized embodied intelligence data collection centers, with approximately 84 in operation. However, only about 67 are confirmed to conduct actual data collection, while others focus on training or remain under construction. High costs per hour of effective data, lack of external buyers, and unresolved related-party transaction pricing have led many operators to hesitate, resulting in low utilization rates despite the facilities being built.
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As of August 2026, China has announced 106 centralized embodied intelligence data collection centers, with approximately 84 in operation. However, only about 67 are confirmed to conduct actual data collection, while others focus on training or remain under construction. High costs per hour of effective data, lack of external buyers, and unresolved related-party transaction pricing have led many operators to hesitate, resulting in low utilization rates despite the facilities being built.
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