China's Linkerbot, which holds 80%+ of global dexterous robotic hands market, raised a Series B+ at a $3B valuation and seeks a $6B valuation in its next round (Laurie Chen/Reuters)

China's Linkerbot has achieved dominant market control with 80%+ of the global dexterous robotic hands market and is rapidly scaling with Series B+ funding at $3B valuation, signaling accelerating automation competition that will reshape manufacturing and supply chain strategies. This consolidation in advanced robotics represents a critical strategic vulnerability for Western enterprises, as a single Chinese player controls essential automation infrastructure that IT organizations will increasingly depend on for digital transformation and operational efficiency. Technology leaders must urgently assess supply chain dependencies on this technology and evaluate alternative sourcing, indigenous development capabilities, and geopolitical risk mitigation strategies before this market concentration becomes systemic to business continuity.