Axonex AI unit joins Hong Kong embodied AI hub, launches TOMO robot

Axonex AI Group Limited (NASDAQ: AXNX) announced that its indirect majority-owned joint venture, Rice Robotics (Hong Kong) Limited, has joined the Embodied AI International Applications Hub as one of its first batch of technology partners, according to a company press release dated Oct. 15, 2026.

The Hub was launched by the Hong Kong Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Centre (FLAIR), under the Hong Kong Productivity Council. The platform is described as Hong Kong's first dedicated to the training, validation and real-world deployment of embodied AI and humanoid robotics technologies.

Under an agreement with FLAIR, Rice Robotics HK will provide its robotic platform in Hong Kong to support technology development and project demonstrations. FLAIR will contribute capabilities in scenario-based training, model development, testing and technology validation. The collaboration will initially focus on application scenarios in the education and manufacturing sectors.

Alongside the Hub's launch, Rice Robotics HK introduced TOMO, a wheel-based humanoid robot designed for educational use. The name is derived from "Tomodachi," the Japanese word for friend. TOMO features an expressive face, an interactive chest display and two-finger parallel grippers. The robot is designed to support interactive reading, STEM education, programming and robotics exploration. It can also assist with light book-handling and incident alerts in school settings.

Damian Chan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Axonex AI, said the collaboration aims to "refine our robotic solutions in practical environments and support their broader adoption."

Victor Lee, Founder of Rice Robotics, said the partnership "provides a valuable opportunity to test and refine our products in real-world settings, while exchanging knowledge with other industry players."

Axonex AI Group, formerly known as Mint Incorporation Limited, is a Hong Kong-based company with operations in AI, robotics and interior design and fit-out works.

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