Sophia - The Humanoid Robot is a creation of Hanson Robotics Limited, a Hong Kong-based engineering and robotics company founded by Dr. David Hanson in 2013, known for its development of human-like robots that have received massive media and public acclaim. Machani Robotics is an AI and robotics company of visionaries which recognised the opportunity and invested into Hanson Robotics and acquired the intellectual property towards the most advanced humanoid robot and world's first Robot Citizen called 'Sophia'. Sophia has delivered multiple keynote speeches at global conferences and summits, been part of panel discussions, multiple corporate events as hosts, conducting live Q&A with audiences and showcased in various expos and exhibitions.