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On October 18, 2026, Xinyi Technology unveiled its robot emotional companion brain during a Chongyang-themed livestream. This innovation aims to enhance daily interactions for families, particularly for elderly parents who seek companionship beyond holiday gifts. The emotional brain focuses on multi...
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...
A recent study published in Science Robotics investigates the complex interactions between the brain, hormones, mind, and behavior in social human-robot interactions. This research highlights how these multilevel dynamics influence the way humans engage with robots, potentially reshaping our underst...
Physical Superintelligence, an AI science startup, has successfully proven the longstanding quantum computing conjecture proposed by Scott Aaronson and Andris Ambainis. This achievement marks a significant milestone in quantum computing, showcasing the potential of AI to extend human knowledge auton...
On October 21, 2026, Robotiq introduced the 2FC physical AI gripper, an adaptive gripper designed for production use. This innovative product features tactile sensing and embedded intelligence, allowing robots to learn from physical interactions and apply that knowledge effectively in various enviro...
NEURA Robotics has launched Neuron AI, a robot foundation model that enables robots to understand and interact with their environment through various sensory inputs. This innovative system integrates visual perception, touch, sound, language, and memory, allowing for a wide range of tasks. The Germa...
NEURA Robotics has launched Neuron AI, a foundational model integrating vision, touch, sound, and memory for robots. The German firm plans to showcase this technology through an autonomous eleven-minute laundry-handling demonstration by its 4NE1 humanoid at NVIDIA GTC Berlin from October 20 to 22....
At MIT's Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence Lab, PhD student Wil Norton showcased humanoid Unitree robots, each valued at approximately $50,000. During the demonstration, visitors instinctively treated the robots as sentient beings, highlighting a common tendency to anthropomorphize technolo...
A new portable brain-computer interface (BCI) is emerging, aiming to enhance human-robot interaction. This technology could revolutionize how robots understand and respond to human commands, making them more intuitive and effective in various applications. The significance of this development lies...
The iKairos, showcased at the 2026 IFA, aims to redefine human-AI interaction by actively understanding users' lives rather than passively waiting for commands. Developed by Singapore-based startup Lingverse, this circular device, known as the 'Neural Core', can be worn as a pendant or embedded in a...
ORSO has launched a new feature called 'PC Connection Mode' for its programming drone, DRONE STAR PARTY, allowing users to develop control programs through interaction with generative AI. This feature is now available for free distribution, along with a collection of sample applications showcasing i...
Palm Garden AI has developed Coherence Guard, a relational decision layer aimed at improving the behavior of service robots in human environments. This platform-agnostic technology evaluates actions before execution, ensuring they are relationally coherent by considering factors such as timing, prox...
Nubia has introduced the world's first smartphone featuring a native AI agent at the WAIC 2026. This innovation marks a significant shift from traditional AI features to autonomous systems capable of understanding, executing, and remembering user tasks across various applications. The introduction...
Richtech Robotics, based in Nevada, has launched a 24/7 interactive livestream featuring its AI humanoid robot, ADAM. This initiative allows global audiences to engage with ADAM in real-time, asking questions and observing the robot's responses. The platform utilizes Nvidia Jetson Thor for onboard c...
Vesoma, the startup behind the Kyle humanoid prototype, has publicly emerged with its first product, Vesoma 1. The company, which began operations in December 2025, has over 60 employees and has established more than 3,500 square meters of lab and office space in Munich, Germany, and Limassol, Cypru...
A study published in 2025 examined 303 accidents related to human-robot interactions, revealing unexpected activations and sensor errors. As Physical AI evolves, AI errors are transitioning from digital to physical realms, posing significant risks. Unlike previous AI mistakes, which were largely con...
A study published in 2025 examined 303 accidents related to human-robot interactions, highlighting unexpected activations and sensor errors. As Physical AI evolves, AI errors are transitioning from digital to physical realms, posing significant risks. Misinterpretations by AI controlling robotic arm...
Enigma, a robotics research lab, has raised $70 million in a seed funding round led by Index Ventures and Ribbit Capital. The startup aims to revolutionize human-robot interactions by studying how people engage with robots, rather than solely focusing on enhancing model capabilities. Enigma plans to...
A research team from Northwestern University and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has unveiled an innovative approach to stroke rehabilitation that integrates a therapist-exoskeleton-patient interaction model. This groundbreaking method enables both therapists and patients to don exoskeletons, facilitating r...
In a groundbreaking study published in the June 2026 issue of Science Robotics, researchers have unveiled a new robotic system designed to enhance surgical precision. This innovative technology, developed by a team of engineers and medical professionals, aims to improve patient outcomes in complex s...
A Taiwanese company has introduced its first humanoid robot designed to engage in physical interactions with humans. This groundbreaking development was announced during a technology expo held in Taipei on October 15, 2023. The robot, which features advanced artificial intelligence and motion capabi...
Agile Robots has unveiled a groundbreaking force control technology aimed at revolutionizing industrial automation and artificial intelligence. This innovative development, rooted in decades of aerospace research, allows robots to dynamically adapt to their physical environments, effectively address...
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