Galgotias University's Misstep at AI Summit: The Robotic Dog Debacle

Galgotias University has been embroiled in controversy over displaying a robotic dog, 'Orion,' claimed to be their innovation, but later identified as a Chinese-made Unitree Go2. This led to the university being asked to vacate its stall at the AI Summit Expo amid accusations of misrepresentation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-02-2026 11:07 IST | Created: 18-02-2026 11:07 IST
Galgotias University's Misstep at AI Summit: The Robotic Dog Debacle
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Galgotias University finds itself at the center of a storm after being asked to vacate its stall at the AI Summit Expo. The controversy arose over a robotic dog displayed as an in-house creation named 'Orion,' which turned out to be a Chinese-made Unitree Go2, stirring outrage and accusations.

Critics quickly pointed out the misrepresentation, accusing the university of showcasing imported technology as their own innovation. This revelation sparked intense online backlash, raising significant questions about the integrity and authenticity of Galgotias University's technological representations.

In the wake of the uproar, the university faced immediate repercussions with its removal from the expo. Galgotias University has since issued a statement in response to the controversy, though the details of this statement remain undisclosed as of now.

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