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Hesai introduced Kosmo, a 3D world data engine, during its AI Day in Shanghai on October 14. This innovative platform aims to convert real-world environments into high-fidelity 3D digital spaces, facilitating robot training, world model development, and immersive content creation. The significance...
Hesai has launched Kosmo, which integrates the Kosmo One 8K AI spatial camera with the Kosmo World cloud platform. This innovative combination aims to transform real-world environments into 3D assets, facilitating robot training and the development of world models. The introduction of Kosmo is sign...
Hesai has introduced Kosmo, a 3D world data platform that integrates the Kosmo One spatial camera and Kosmo World cloud service to transform real-world environments into digital formats for robot training and world modeling. An operator can scan a typical 100-square-meter indoor area in approximatel...
The QCon Global Software Development Conference, scheduled for October 22 to 24 in Shanghai, will feature a special track titled 'Data-Driven Embodied Intelligence: The Road to Scale.' Dr. Huang Yongtao, Chief Data Scientist at Ant Lingbo Technology, will lead discussions on how to transition embodi...
On October 12, FF EAI Robotics and Faraday Future finalized their merger agreement, with FFR acquiring FFAI's robotics assets in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $200 million. The share price for the deal was set at $2.246, reflecting a premium of 50% to 55% over the previous closing...
On October 14, Hesai Technology (NASDAQ: HSAI; HKEX: 2525) launched the Kosmo 3D World Data Engine, along with the world's first 8K ultra-high-definition AI spatial camera, Kosmo One, and the AI-driven cloud platform, Kosmo World. This marks a significant step for Hesai in transitioning from lidar t...
PayJoy, a financial services provider focused on underserved consumers, is set to acquire strategic assets from Finia AI, a Mexican fintech specializing in AI-powered underwriting for micro-businesses. This acquisition will integrate Finia's technology into PayJoy's platform, which has served over 2...
As of October 8, 2023, global investments in robotics and Physical AI have approached $48 billion, equivalent to a third of Boeing's market value. This surge in funding raises concerns about the effectiveness of data generated by robots in real-world scenarios, as the necessary interactive data rema...
In 2026, China's humanoid robot shipments surpassed 40,000 units, capturing a 97% global market share. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology forecasts that the total output for the year may exceed 100,000 units. However, a significant barrier remains in the form of data, as training th...
KONST, a Taiwan-based AI compute operator, has successfully raised $30 million in Series B funding, primarily led by ADATA Technology. This funding aims to enhance the company's AI data center buildout across Asia and to further develop its Token Factory strategy, which is crucial for meeting the in...
Amazon has announced it will discontinue the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in negotiations for data center deals with local governments. This decision follows a similar move by Microsoft earlier this year and comes in response to community backlash against the secrecy surrounding such agre...
Yandex, a prominent technology company, experienced significant disruptions to its ride-hailing, navigation, and payment services in Russia. This incident occurred after Ukraine targeted several of Yandex's data centers using drones, leading to widespread service outages for users. The impact of th...
A data collection glove developed by a company affiliated with DJI has garnered attention from several leading embodiment firms. This recognition highlights the glove's potential applications in various sectors, particularly in robotics and human-robot interaction. The significance of this developm...
Manufacturers have successfully sold 100,000 sets of tactile sensors, prompting a shift in focus towards data monetization strategies. This development indicates a growing recognition of the value of data generated by these sensors, which could enhance operational efficiencies and create new revenue...
Mecka has successfully raised $60 million in a Series B funding round led by Sequoia Capital, with participation from Nvidia, Microsoft’s M12, Qualcomm Ventures, and Samsung. This funding, announced on October 7, aims to bolster Mecka's efforts in gathering human demonstrations for training robot mo...
DKV Mobility is launching a new Tech Hub in Porto, Portugal, aimed at expanding its access to data and AI talent. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the development of data-driven digital products and services in areas such as refueling, charging, and fleet management. The est...
Teradyne, Inc. has unveiled its Titan™ HP platform, which features advanced burn-in capabilities tailored for high-power AI and automotive devices. This innovative system allows for per-device thermal control and realistic workload testing, optimizing reliability stress functions and reducing costs...
Renesas Electronics Corporation has launched its first family of low-voltage 100V enhancement mode GaN-based discrete power transistors. This new lineup includes models RTP100E005G1FL, RTP100E2P6G1FL, RTP100E1P8G1FL-DSC, and RTP100E1P2G1FL-DSC, designed to deliver ultra-fast switching speeds and imp...
Ukraine is experiencing a surge in Russian attacks on its data centers, prompting urgent calls for improved underground networks and enhanced anti-ballistic and counter-drone capabilities. Recent strikes, including a drone attack on Kyivstar's headquarters and Vodafone Ukraine's data center, highlig...
X Square Robot's TwinDEX has successfully completed a 24-step chemistry experiment using a unique combination of a wearable exoskeleton and a three-finger hand. This achievement is notable as the policy governing the robot's actions was trained solely on a few hundred demonstrations that did not inv...
Efficient Computer has announced it raised over $97 million in Series B funding, achieving a valuation of $650 million. This funding will support the mass production of its Electron E1 processor, which boasts a 10 to 100 times improvement in energy efficiency for AI applications. The company aims to...
Researchers have projected that electricity demand from AI data centers could reach 1% of global consumption by 2030. This significant increase highlights the growing reliance on AI technologies and the infrastructure needed to support them. The implications of this projection are substantial, as c...
As the complexity of AI and data center devices increases, particularly with multi-chiplet designs and power envelopes reaching thousands of watts, the need for effective testing has become critical. Testing each device under real-world conditions is essential to ensure reliability and performance i...
The rapid increase in robot model parameters has not been matched by the availability of high-quality physical interaction data. Current compliant data in China stands at only 500,000 hours, while commercial deployment requires tens of millions of hours, resulting in a gap exceeding 99%. The China A...
On September 23, Chen Pu, Vice President of Product Development at Yuan Ke Vision, highlighted the importance of high-quality real data for robot training during a seminar in Beijing. He emphasized the need to elevate data from 2D to 4D and improve precision from centimeter to sub-millimeter levels...
On September 23, Mifengpai launched a global initiative to crowdsource data for robot training, showcasing over 50,000 real environments and 5,000 tasks. The event highlighted the need for extensive data on everyday actions, which are crucial for training robots but have not been systematically reco...
On September 23, it was reported that China has successfully launched key components for an orbital datacenter. These components include on-board AI computing capabilities, cloud-native satellite software, and advanced 100 Gbps-class laser communication links, developed through multiple concurrent p...
Hygon Information Technology is preparing to launch a new chip aimed at physical-world applications, including robotics. This marks a significant shift from the company's current focus on data centers, as reported by Chinese media. The new chip, an iteration of the CPU1000 series, is designed to fu...
The Japanese government is partnering with major machinery manufacturers to gather data for machine learning applications focused on physical AI, including autonomous robots. This initiative involves assigning unique IDs to individual factory equipment to facilitate data collection across various pr...
At the upcoming 2026 INTERGEO event in Munich, AIVE Systems will showcase its AI-driven software that simplifies the creation of georeferenced 2D maps from drone imagery. This innovation targets users who require geographic context without needing intricate 3D models, expanding its applications beyo...
Emerald AI, Google, and NVIDIA have announced the formation of the AI Energy Management Alliance (AEMA), aimed at advancing data centers that can dynamically manage electricity usage based on grid conditions. This initiative seeks to enhance AI infrastructure by enabling more efficient energy use, u...
Shangpin Home, in collaboration with Tangyuan Technology, has launched the WorldSimReady-Home simulation dataset aimed at addressing the challenges of robotic training in complex home environments. This open-source dataset includes 100,000 square meters of high-fidelity home scenes, 10,000 interacti...
Wall Street is evaluating the potential effects of a slowdown in AI model development on data center investments. Companies like Oracle, GE Vernova, and Caterpillar have heavily invested in AI infrastructure, but recent proposals for a slowdown have led to stock declines across the sector. The sign...
Kinetic Blocks, a startup based in Oslo, has launched a beta version of a marketplace dedicated to the buying and selling of training data for humanoid robots. This platform became available on September 1, following months of development in collaboration with a select group of data suppliers and ea...
On September 10, 2026, at the GEIA GBA 2026 exhibition in Shenzhen, YeeGooAI publicly launched EgoEasy, a lightweight data collection system designed for producing billions of hours of real-world data for embodied intelligence. The lightweight version is priced at 1499 Yuan, while the complete versi...
Qualcomm Technologies Inc. has entered into a collaboration with Amazon to create customized silicon for large-scale AI data centers, focusing on AI inference. This partnership aims to enhance data center infrastructure by improving computing and connectivity capabilities, as highlighted by Qualcomm...
On September 10, Gaode launched ABot-Earth 0.7, a 3D native city world model covering 196 countries and regions. This model leverages two decades of accumulated spatiotemporal data, including trillions of data points from roads, buildings, and user interactions. The significance of this data is unde...
Kovrr has launched the AI Interaction Data Fabric, a new correlation layer designed to enhance its AI Security and Governance Platform. This innovative solution aims to secure enterprise AI workflows by providing a robust framework for managing AI interactions and data security. The introduction of...
AirData has launched a significant upgrade to its live streaming platform, introducing cloud recording and a DVR-style rewind feature that allows authorized users to review up to 10 minutes of past footage during active drone missions. This enhancement is particularly beneficial for public safety ag...
AirData has enhanced its Live Streaming platform by adding recording and rewind capabilities, allowing authorized viewers to review the previous 10 minutes of an active stream. This feature addresses the challenge of remote drone operations where key events may occur while the necessary personnel ar...
Datavault AI is expanding its edge AI deployment onto SanQtum, now operational in New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. The company plans to launch in three additional cities by the end of the year. This expansion is significant as it positions Datavault AI to compete in the burgeoning $...
Lan Xiaohuan, an economics professor at China Europe International Business School, has authored the bestselling book, How China Works: An Introduction to China’s State-led Economic Development. In his discussions, he highlights the economic factors contributing to China's significant trade surplus...
Investors are increasingly utilizing AI systems and live market data to enhance deal sourcing across private equity, venture capital, and growth equity. This shift allows for a more efficient identification of investment opportunities, moving beyond traditional relationship-based methods that often...
Dronetag and Airwise Solutions have announced a new integration that incorporates Remote ID data into the Airwise Nexus common operating picture. This partnership aims to provide operators with a comprehensive view of low-altitude airspace activity, enhancing the management of complex drone missions...
On September 1, Oslo-based startup Kinetic Blocks introduced a gated beta of a marketplace tailored for the buying and selling of humanoid training data. This platform aims to streamline the traditionally slow and complex process of dataset procurement by replacing bilateral licensing deals with sta...
Teradyne, Inc. has launched three advanced instruments for its UltraFLEXplus platform, specifically designed to address the growing complexities of AI and data center semiconductor testing. The UltraPin5000-EM, UltraPort-PCIe6, and UltraVS64-HP instruments enhance scalability, flexibility, and perfo...
A hacking group known as ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for a recent cyberattack on McKesson, a leading U.S. pharmaceutical distributor. The breach involved unauthorized access to several cloud-hosted accounts, resulting in the theft of sensitive patient data, including personal information...
On August 26, 2026, Datatang Inc. announced the launch of a large-scale multimodal dataset focused on Ego-centric perspectives to accelerate research and development for physical AI models. This dataset, under the Nexdata brand, synchronizes video, IMU, SLAM, depth information, hand keypoints, and s...
AirData, a drone fleet management platform based in California, has announced it has tracked over 65 million drone flights globally, encompassing more than 850,000 drones and 470,000 pilots. This milestone arrives as the FAA's Part 108 rule, which would permit routine beyond visual line of sight (BV...
Nuclear power stations in North America have started utilizing a new virtual system named NIVA, developed by Atomic Canyon in partnership with several industry organizations. This software enables engineers and technicians to efficiently query extensive archives of technical and regulatory records,...
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