NVIDIA is spearheading the rapid expansion of AI factory infrastructure through its AI Cloud ecosystem, responding to the surging demand from a diverse range of stakeholders, including enterprises, startups, nations, AI laboratories, and developers focused on scaling agentic AI applications. This initiative is crucial as organizations increasingly seek to harness the power of artificial intelligence to enhance their operations and drive innovation. The collaboration among various partners is vital for building the necessary capacity to support this growing interest in AI technologies. As of October 2023, the momentum behind these developments reflects a significant shift in how businesses and governments are prioritizing AI, positioning NVIDIA at the forefront of this transformative movement in the tech industry.
NVIDIA AI Cloud Ecosystem Expands Worldwide to Meet Global AI Compute Demand
Robotics needs a service framework.
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
RoboScience Unveils First Cloud-Based Large Model for Robotics at WAIC
At the WAIC, RoboScience showcased a groundbreaking cloud-based embodied large model named Visics, capable of controlling multiple robotic hands. This innovation allows for seamless switching between different robotic hands while maintaining operational efficiency, demonstrating the ability to recognize and grasp various objects autonomously within 30 sec...
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Zoox Recalls 105 Robotaxis Due to Software Issue with Smoke Detection
Amazon's Zoox has voluntarily recalled 105 of its robotaxis to rectify a software issue that caused the vehicles to fail in detecting heavy smoke. This recall follows an incident in Las Vegas where an unoccupied Zoox robotaxi drove into an active emergency fire scene obscured by smoke, prompting the company to notify the National Highway Traffic Safety Ad...
Zoox Issues Software Recall for Robotaxi After Smoke Navigation Incident
Zoox has announced a software recall following an incident in June where one of its robotaxis struggled to navigate a smoke-filled emergency scene. The Amazon-owned company has dispatched a software update to its fleet of 105 vehicles, enhancing the detection and response capabilities for heavy smoke in emergency situations. No injuries were reported duri...
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Dynamic Pricing Could Enhance Profitability for Air Taxis, Researchers Suggest
Research presented at the Korea Drone and UAM Expo indicates that dynamic pricing could make airport air taxis economically viable. The study, led by Mark Hansen from the University of California, Berkeley, highlights that airport transportation may be a strong commercial opportunity for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, particularly...
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Orbbec and Ant Group Unveil Advanced Data Collection Solutions at WAIC 2026
At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Orbbec showcased its EGO RGB-D data collection platform in collaboration with Ant Group. This partnership aims to enhance data accuracy and stability for robotics applications by integrating self-developed depth chips and 3D vision hardware with spatial perception models. The signifi...
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Microsoft and 3M Collaborate on AI and Data Center Research and Development
Microsoft and 3M have announced a partnership aimed at accelerating AI adoption and enhancing the physical networks necessary for cloud growth and AI workloads. This collaboration will focus on research and development related to Microsoft’s data center and device marketplace, leveraging 3M's expertise in electronic components and materials science. The s...
Nvidia Launches Cosmos 3 Edge AI Model and Expands Physical AI Ecosystem in Japan
Nvidia has introduced its new AI model, Cosmos 3 Edge, aimed at enhancing physical AI applications in Japan. This model is designed to help systems perceive and navigate real-world environments, marking a significant step in Nvidia's strategy to penetrate the physical AI market. The expansion is part of CEO Jensen Huang's visit to Japan, where Nvidia is f...
Ant Group Launches Open-AoE Framework for Embodied Intelligence Data Collection
Ant Group, in collaboration with several universities and research institutions, has introduced the Open-AoE framework aimed at enhancing embodied intelligence data collection. This initiative addresses the scarcity of high-quality 3D operational data necessary for training robots, which often rely on limited and standardized datasets from controlled envi...
Embodied Intelligence Open Source Data Robot Training
Correction Notice for Research Article on Robot Peer Failures and Student Learning
An erratum has been issued for the research article titled 'Observing a robot peer’s failures facilitates students’ classroom learning' published in Science Robotics. This correction addresses inaccuracies found in the original publication, ensuring the integrity of the research findings. The importance of this erratum lies in its impact on the understand...
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NVIDIA Launches Jetson Thor Modules to Enhance Robotics and Edge AI Applications
NVIDIA has unveiled the T3000 and T2000 modules based on the Thor architecture, designed to meet the growing demand for compact AI supercomputers in robotics and edge AI. These modules enable mass-market deployment of advanced humanoid and robotic systems, with notable adoption from leading companies such as Amazon Robotics and Boston Dynamics. The introd...
International Research Team Embarks on Greenland Expedition to Study Melting Glaciers
An international team of researchers is set to begin a six-week expedition in Greenland on July 16, 2026, to investigate the rapid melting of fjord glaciers and its implications for the Atlantic Ocean. The study aims to assess how this melting contributes to potential climate tipping points, particularly affecting ocean currents. The research is part of a...
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New Quantum Hermite Transform Algorithm Enhances AI and Scientific Computing Potential
Researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory, Northeastern University, Google Quantum AI, and the University of Texas at Austin have introduced a new quantum computing algorithm called the quantum Hermite transform (QHT). This algorithm aims to broaden the scope of problems that future quantum computers can address, part...
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HERL (Human Engineering Research Lab)
United States
Joint University of Pittsburgh and US Department of Veterans Affairs laboratory conducting rehabilitation engineering research. Develops mobility devices, assistive technologies, and medical-grade products for people with disabilities.
Joanneum Research Assoc (AT)
Austria
Joanneum Research Institute for Robotics and Flexible Production conducts applied R&D in industrial robot systems, production automation and robot safety, offering feasibility analysis, consulting and testing in a robotics solution centre.
St Petersburg National Research U of ITMO
Russian leading research university (ITMO University) specializing in information technology, optical engineering, and photonics. Active research programs in AI, robotics, computer vision, and cyber-physical systems.
Green Hills Software
United States
Independent embedded software provider delivering RTOS, compilers, IDEs, and debuggers for safety- and security-critical systems. Serves automotive, avionics, defence, and industrial domains with certified real-time operating system platforms since 1982.
Scorpion Vision Software (UK)
Norwegian-based 2D and 3D industrial machine vision software platform (marketed under Tordivel AS). Offers sub-pixel and micron-level non-contact measurement, configurable inspection tools, and advanced calibration capabilities without programming.
Acquired Data Solutions, Inc.
United States
Provides systems engineering, embedded software development, automation integration, and cybersecurity services for government and commercial defense clients. Capabilities include OT/IT convergence, edge computing, and mission-critical system integration across a 28-year operational history.
Acquire to Decide
France
A2D specializes in automated infrastructure monitoring solutions utilizing advanced photogrammetry and AI for fault detection. Our A2D Cloud and A2D Real Time platforms facilitate rapid data acquisition and processing, generating 3D digital twins with defect visualization. This technology enables proactive maintenance strategies, enhances risk management, and optimizes operational costs, ensuring precise diagnostics and timely decision-making for engineering structures.
ReSim.ai
United States
Resim develops cloud-based simulation and validation infrastructure for robotics and autonomous vehicles. Its platform supports scenario generation, data replay, system regression testing, and performance analytics to accelerate verification and continuous integration of autonomy stacks.
Disruptive Technologies (NO)
Norway
Disruptive Technologies manufactures miniature wireless IoT sensors with peel-and-stick form factor for monitoring temperature, proximity, touch, and humidity. Sensors transmit data to cloud infrastructure for asset tracking and facility management.
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