Toronto police have reported a significant development in the realm of telecommunications, marking the first known instance of an SMS blaster being utilized in Canada. This technology, which allows for the mass sending of text messages, raises concerns about potential misuse and the implications for privacy and security. The incident has prompted law enforcement to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deployment of this tool, as authorities aim to understand its origins and the motivations behind its use. The emergence of SMS blasters highlights the evolving landscape of communication technology and the challenges it presents for regulatory frameworks. As the investigation unfolds, police are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to unsolicited mass messaging.
Police arrest SMS blaster crew that sent malicious messages to thousands across Toronto
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Software, Compute and Interaction at WRC 2026
47 WRC 2026 exhibitors supply robot software, compute or interaction — but only 19 call themselves software companies. Five open artefacts, licence-checked.
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ROBOTTODAY WEEKLY August 17 – 21, 2026
This week in robotics: Unitree surges 629% in its Shanghai STAR Market debut at a $66 billion valuation, Nevada approves 7,000 robotaxis, Amazon Prime Air expands to nearly 500 US cities, and Beijing's World Robot Conference marks the industry's pivot from spectacle to scale. August 17–21, 2026.
RobotToday Weekly
Nevada Approves Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to Launch 8,000 Robotaxis in Clark County
The Nevada Transportation Authority has granted permits to Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate commercial robotaxi services in Clark County, allowing for the deployment of up to 8,000 robotaxis over the next year. Tesla can deploy 5,000 vehicles, while Waymo and Uber are each permitted to operate 1,000. This development is significant as it positions Clark ...
Transportation Motional Tesla
PI Launches Modular Precision Linear Stage Family for High-Precision Positioning Systems
PI (Physik Instrumente) has unveiled its Modular Precision Linear (MPL) stage family, which offers a configurable platform for high-precision linear positioning systems. This new product aims to streamline the specification and integration process for users in various applications. The introduction of the MPL stage family is significant as it provides tho...
Robotics Companies Compete to Collect Human Videos for AI Training in India
Robotics companies are actively gathering videos of workers in India performing tasks such as shoe stitching and steel welding. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of robots by providing them with the necessary skills through human demonstrations. The significance of this effort lies in the ongoing competition among robotics firms to develop ...
Modovolo Integrates Quantum-Inspired Computing to Enhance Drone Propeller Design Efficiency
Drone manufacturer Modovolo is leveraging quantum-inspired computing technology from BQP to accelerate the design process of its next-generation propellers. By incorporating BQP's BQPhy simulation platform into its engineering workflow, Modovolo can evaluate a significantly larger number of propeller designs compared to traditional methods, aiming to enha...
Military
China's Supreme Court Rules Patent Lawsuits Against Unitree Robotics as Malicious
China's Supreme People’s Court has determined that two patent lawsuits against Unitree Robotics regarding its Go2 and A2 robot dogs were malicious. The lawsuits were based on a patent titled 'An Electronic Dog,' which the court found to be invalid, rejecting the infringement claims made by the plaintiff, Luweimei Company. Notably, Luweimei obtained the pa...
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ROBOTTODAY Weekly July 20 – 24, 2026
Your weekly robotics briefing: AGIBOT unveils four new robots at WAIC 2026, the NDAA bars Chinese humanoids from the U.S. military, SoftBank eyes Gravis Robotics for its Roze vehicle, and Anduril reveals its Thunder autonomous attack tiltrotor at Farnborough.
RobotToday Weekly
US Restrictions on Chinese Humanoid Robots: The Full Map
Every US restriction on Chinese humanoid robots — NDAA Sec. 163, GUARD Act, the 1260H list — plus the supply-chain math and a 4-tier map of decoupling.
Standards and Regulations
Biren Develops Next-Gen Optical Links for Enhanced AI Chip Connectivity
Biren, a Shanghai-based startup, is pioneering optical technology to connect thousands of AI accelerators into unified computing systems. As AI models grow increasingly complex, the demand for efficient interconnectivity among GPUs has intensified, with traditional copper connections reaching their limits. Biren's innovative near-packaged optics (NPO) arc...
AI and Robotics
ROBOTTODAY Weekly July 13 – 17, 2026
This week in robotics: Hyundai takes full ownership of Boston Dynamics, Xpeng targets 1,000 Iron humanoids a month, LimX Dynamics raises $200M pre-IPO, and Agility opens a Silicon Valley physical-AI hub. July 13–17, 2026.
RobotToday Weekly
From Pilots to Production: The Counter-Drone Industry Enters a New Phase
The global counter-drone (C-UAS) sector is scaling fast. New EU and US factories, an ․87M US Army contract, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup deployment mark a turning point for autonomous anti-drone technology. Read RobotToday’s March 2026 briefing.
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