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The 12th edition of the Commercial UAV Expo took place from September 1-3, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, attracting 3,800 professionals and over 250 exhibiting companies. This marked the largest turnout in the event's history, highlighting the industry's focus on navigating significant regula...
The Commercial UAV Expo is set to take place in Las Vegas from September 1 to 3, attracting over 3,700 professionals and more than 240 exhibitors. This year's event is particularly significant due to ongoing changes in the U.S. commercial drone industry, including the FAA's development of a new fram...
The Commercial UAV Expo 2026 is set to take place from September 1-3 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, attracting over 3,700 professionals from all 50 states and various countries. This event comes at a pivotal time for the U.S. commercial drone industry, with new tariffs and an overhaul of the FCC Cov...
Women and Drones has announced a multi-author book signing event at the Commercial UAV Expo, scheduled for September 1-3, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. The event will feature five authors who are contributing to discussions on uncrewed aviation, workforce development, safety, and STEM educati...
The Commercial UAV Expo has announced a significant keynote for its 2026 event, featuring regulators from the FAA and EASA. Scheduled for September 3, 2026, in Las Vegas, the session titled "Two Skies, One Conversation" will focus on comparing BVLOS regulations across the U.S. and Europe. This keyn...
Commercial UAV Expo has announced its second keynote for the 2026 event, titled 'Two Skies, One Conversation: Comparing FAA and EASA Approaches to BVLOS Drone Operations.' This session will occur on September 3, 2026, the final day of the expo, which runs from September 1-3 at Caesars Forum in Las V...
EagleNXT, formerly AgEagle Aerial Systems, launched the Altum-PT Pro sensor on September 3, 2026, at the Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas. This new flagship product captures synchronized multispectral, panchromatic, and radiometric thermal data, catering to research and defense sectors. The sensor f...
The Commercial UAV Expo has introduced a two-day DRONERESPONDERS Program Management Course, coinciding with the 2026 DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit. Scheduled for September 1-3, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, the course aims to provide insights from the FIFA World Cup airspace security o...
The Commercial UAV Expo has introduced a new two-day program management training course as part of its Public Safety Summit. This initiative focuses on various applications of drones in public safety, including their use as first responders, in fire services, crash-scene management, and shared-airsp...
Epson showcased its latest robotics solutions at the 2026 Industrial Expo, emphasizing its commitment to high-precision manufacturing. The company presented a range of new products, including SCARA four-axis and six-axis robots, aimed at enhancing manufacturing efficiency and addressing the evolving...
On October 12, 2026, the 26th China International Industrial Expo kicked off at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, running until October 16. During the event, Brainstone and its partner Smart Dynamics unveiled the EBK-HR D1 series, a wheeled dual-arm humanoid robot designed f...
From October 12 to 16, Agile Robots showcased 12 products at the 26th China International Industrial Expo in Shanghai. The exhibition highlighted five key areas: embodied intelligence, embodied models, research ecology, consumer applications, and industrial implementation, demonstrating a comprehens...
FANUC America is set to exhibit its advanced automation technologies at PACK EXPO International 2026 in Chicago, focusing on AI, collaborative robotics, and machine vision. The demonstrations will highlight solutions for flexible packaging and palletizing automation, addressing labor shortages and e...
CMES Robotics has announced the U.S. debut of its AI-powered mixed-case robotic palletizer at PACK EXPO International 2026, scheduled for October 18-21 in Chicago. This system, which first launched internationally in Q1 2026, aims to tackle labor shortages, throughput bottlenecks, and safety risks p...
TechCrunch is offering a special $75 Expo+ Pass for individuals affected by layoffs, available to the first 100 qualifying applicants until October 13. This initiative aims to support those seeking new opportunities by providing access to the Disrupt 2026 event in San Francisco, where over 10,000 at...
TechCrunch is offering a special $75 Expo+ Pass for individuals affected by layoffs, available to the first 100 qualifying applicants until October 13. This opportunity allows attendees to join over 10,000 founders, investors, and tech leaders at the Disrupt event in San Francisco, fostering network...
Day 1 of the Parcel+Post Expo 2026 showcased a vibrant atmosphere as attendees explored the latest advancements in the postal, parcel, and eCommerce sectors. The event featured engaging sessions at the Leadership Conference, with notable speakers such as Charles Brewer from POS Malaysia and Martti K...
The 2026 Global Digital Trade Innovation Competition, featuring the Embodied Intelligence Challenge, will take place from September 23 to 27 at the Hangzhou International Expo Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in various robotic sports, including sprinting alongside robots and co...
The Parcel+Post Expo 2026 will take place on September 23 and 24 at Excel London, marking its return to the city after 17 years. This global event will gather professionals from the parcel and postal industries, as well as eCommerce sectors focused on fulfillment and retail. Attendees can expect an...
From August 19 to 23, 2026, the World Robot Conference (WRC 2026) took place in Beijing, where UBTECH showcased a range of humanoid robots designed for industrial, commercial, and home applications. Highlighted products included the industrial humanoid robot Cruzr Y1, the commercial service robot Wa...
As of August 6, 2026, the Apellix B2 stands out among purpose-built commercial cleaning drones, boasting a working height of 195 feet and a maximum flight time of 32 minutes. The growing trend of using drones for exterior cleaning is reshaping the industry, as it reduces the need for traditional sca...
On August 20 at 1:30 PM, the Lide Robot Platform will host the 'Embodied Intelligence Industry Ecosystem Innovation Event' at the 2026 World Robot Expo. This event will gather representatives from research institutions, technology platforms, and various robotics and cloud computing companies to disc...
Flexiv is set to introduce its innovative force-sensitive adaptive robots to the Indian market during the Automation India Expo 2026. This event represents a significant step in Flexiv's global expansion strategy, showcasing its commitment to bringing advanced robotics solutions to new regions. The...
Japan's Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) has chosen Terra Drone's interceptor drone as a test article for its Interceptor Drone Rapid Acquisition Programme. This selection marks a significant step in Japan's efforts to enhance its counter-UAV capabilities. The decision to utilize T...
In the first half of 2026, China's electric vehicle exports surged by 68.7% year-on-year, as reported by customs data on July 14. This remarkable growth reflects a broader increase in various sectors, including electric motorcycles and bicycles, which rose by 31.5%, and electric locomotives, which s...
From July 4 to 5, 2026, the China B2B E-commerce Expo took place in Hangzhou, showcasing various enterprise service providers and e-commerce platforms. Epson (China) Co., Ltd. presented multiple collaborative solutions alongside ecosystem partners, engaging directly with clients to better understand...
Sagamihara City is set to host the "Robot Friendly EXPO 2026" in collaboration with the Robot Friendly Project on June 13, 2026. This event aims to showcase advancements in robotics and promote the integration of robots into daily life, highlighting their potential to enhance human experiences. The...
A series of eight practitioner-led sessions will be available to attendees, focusing on various aspects of drone technology and its applications. Topics will include drone business growth, thermography, construction safety, and enterprise UAS, among others. These sessions aim to provide valuable ins...
The Commercial UAV Expo has unveiled its 2026 conference program, emphasizing practical education and hands-on experience for professionals in the commercial drone sector. Scheduled for September 1-3, the event will be held at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. Organizers have tailored the agenda b...
Kawasaki Robotics (USA), Inc. is set to unveil its new CP110L high-speed palletizing robot at PACK EXPO International 2026, scheduled for October 18-21 at McCormick Place in Chicago. This innovative robot features a 110-kg payload capacity and a compact design, making it ideal for environments with...
Epson has announced its participation in PACK EXPO International, scheduled from October 18 to 21, 2026, where it will demonstrate its ColorWorks® on-demand color label printers, collaborative robots, and vision technology. These innovations aim to enhance the efficiency of packaging and fulfillment...
Epson has announced its participation in PACK EXPO International, taking place from October 18 to 21, 2026, where it will demonstrate the integration of its ColorWorks on-demand color label printers with collaborative robots and vision technology. This combination aims to enhance packaging and fulfi...
Utopia Compression, a technology firm with over 20 years in the defense sector, is entering the commercial UAV and advanced air mobility markets with AI-based software solutions. Their technology, validated by clients like the U.S. Air Force and Navy, enhances situational awareness for drone operato...
The 2026 Global Digital Trade Innovation Competition featured a robot football challenge at the Global Digital Trade Expo from September 23 to 27 in Hangzhou. The event highlighted moments of imperfection, such as robots losing balance and misjudging football plays, which became integral to the comp...
The 2026 China International Information Communication Expo highlighted the necessity of a comprehensive network for robotics, showcasing advancements in embodied intelligence. The expo featured technologies essential for robotic tasks, including perception, decision-making, motion control, and huma...
At the 2026 China International Welfare Expo, brain-controlled prosthetics and guide robots were unveiled, showcasing advanced assistive technologies. The event featured over 10,000 products aimed at improving the daily lives of disabled individuals and the elderly, with a dedicated section for brai...
Harris Aerial, Skyline Nav AI, and UtopiaCompression have been awarded as the top three winners of the 'Pitch the Press' competition at the Commercial UAV Expo held in Las Vegas on September 3, 2026. This recognition highlights the innovative solutions and products presented by these companies, sho...
In the second quarter of 2026, China's tablet market recorded shipments of 7.96 million units, reflecting a 4.4% decline compared to the previous year. This downturn was primarily driven by a 9.8% drop in consumer shipments, even as commercial tablet shipments surged by 67.1%. The growth in the com...
The INTRA-LOG Expo South America 2026 will be held from September 15-17 at Expo Center Norte in São Paulo, featuring expanded exhibition space and a broader program. This year's event has doubled its footprint, with 95% of the space sold, and is expected to attract over 400 brands and 8,000 visitors...
The WAIC 2026 robotics exhibition showcased four significant shifts in the industry after attendees walked 30,000 steps through the hall. These changes include a transition from spectators to buyers, indicating a growing interest in purchasing robotics solutions. Additionally, the democratization o...
SpaceX's Starmind project, aimed at deploying up to 1 million AI satellites, was filed with the FCC on January 30, 2026. The initiative is designed to minimize reliance on external suppliers, with CEO Elon Musk stating that current chip production capabilities only meet 2% of the projected needs. Th...
From October 12 to 16, SEEN·E Robotics showcased its self-developed embodied foundational model SE-1 and two robotic products—Sculptor, a logistics operation robot, and Edge, a dual-arm industrial robot—at the 2026 China International Industrial Expo. The company demonstrated the robots' capabilitie...
The AGV Expo, Europe's first dedicated exhibition for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), is set to occur from October 22 to 24, 2026, at Piacenza Expo in Italy. This event aims to unite manufacturers and logistics operators focused on automation to tackle labor shortages and enhance supply chain resi...
The 2026 World Robot Conference concluded in Yizhuang, Beijing, featuring over 300 companies and 3,000 exhibits. The focus of the robotics industry is shifting from technical showcases to practical applications. Yizhuang Robotics is a key player in this transition, developing a foundational system t...
At the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing, Xinghaitu presented over ten technology demonstrations under the theme of 'Awakening Productivity.' Unlike many exhibitors focusing on motion displays, Xinghaitu's demonstrations centered on 'real work,' showcasing the company's foundational technologic...
PlusAI Inc. has announced an update on its commercial readiness metrics, indicating significant progress towards deploying factory-built autonomous trucks by 2027. The company reported improvements in safety validation, operational maturity, and efficiency of its SuperDrive software in collaboration...
The humanoid robotics sector is moving from prototype development to structured pilot deployments and early commercial adoption. According to the IDTechEx report, 'Materials for Humanoid Robots 2026-2036: Technologies, Players, Forecasts,' the years 2026-2027 are expected to be pivotal as more compa...
On July 9, Yuanli Lingji introduced three key products, including the DM0.5 model and Apex robot, during the Action 2026 Developer Conference. This event highlighted the company's commitment to full-stack capabilities in embodied intelligence, a crucial factor in addressing industry fragmentation an...
Unitree and UBTECH are at the forefront of the evolving robotics industry, each championing distinct approaches to the commercialization of embodied artificial intelligence. Unitree focuses on developing affordable industrial-scale humanoid robots, aiming to make advanced robotics accessible for var...
Starmind does not have a standalone stock or ticker; investors can gain exposure through SpaceX (ticker: SPCX), which began trading on Nasdaq after its IPO on June 12, 2026. Starmind is integrated within SpaceX, contributing to the company's AI and space initiatives, and its performance directly inf...
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