'Only in Dubai': When a robot started running near Emirates Tower. Watch viral video

A video showing what appears to be a humanoid robot sprinting across a street in Dubai has gone viral on social media. Originally posted on Instagram by user Nazish Khan with the caption “Welcome to the future,” the clip has since been widely circulated across platforms, fueling debate over its authenticity.

Robot on the Run, Operator in Tow

The short video, reportedly filmed near the Emirates Tower, captures a human-like robot swiftly crossing a city road, followed closely by a man believed to be its operator. Shot from inside a vehicle and without audio, the silent footage hasn’t stopped viewers from chiming in with wild theories and amused reactions.

'Only in Dubai': Internet Reacts

Online reactions ranged from awe to amusement. One Instagram user declared, “It’s not AI; only in Dubai—where the future walks among us!” Another commented, “Dubai never fails to amaze me.”


Others added a humorous spin. “Rushing to pee? Looking for a job? Where’s the robot going?” quipped one user. Another joked, “Can’t bear the heat—run, baby, run!”

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Second Clip Raises Eyebrows

As per a report in the Hindustan Times, another video has surfaced showing a different humanoid robot suspended from a construction crane. The robot appears to flail its limbs erratically before suddenly lunging forward and dragging itself across the ground, alarming two nearby onlookers. The bizarre behavior has sparked fresh concerns and a second wave of online speculation.

A Word of Caution

The Economic Times has not independently verified the authenticity or location of either video. This report is based on publicly available social media footage that continues to generate attention online.