Chinese tech company appoints an AI-powered virtual humanoid ROBOT as its CEO

Online gaming and metaverse company NetDragon Websoft has announced it has appointed a virtual humanoid robot powered by artificial intelligence (AI) as a CEO. Known as'Ms Tang Yu', the robot executive will serve as a'real-time data hub and analytical tool' to support decision making within the Chinese organisation. Tang Yu will head up the company's principal subsidiary, Fujian NetDragon Websoft, and act as a symbol of its move to incorporate AI into its management. The tech company has become one of China's most well-respected video game and mobile application developers since it was founded in 1999. It is responsible for online multiplayer games Heroes Evolved and Conquer Online, and their corresponding Android apps along with Conquer Poker - Texas Hold'em.