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Lawson Convenience Stores has begun deploying the I-Robo 2 cooking robots in multiple locations around the Tokyo area, developed by TechMagic. Initial pilot stores include locations in Toshima and Kanagawa, with plans to expand to Yokohama and Koto if the response is positive. The I-Robo 2's key ad...
On July 27, the smart cooking robot company Zhigu Tianchu announced the completion of a new round of strategic financing, raising nearly 100 million yuan, led by China Merchants Venture Capital. Following this funding, the company will continue to advance physical AI research and accelerate the glob...
A recent study involving 201 users of cooking robots has identified four critical factors that contribute to user trust in these machines. The research also explores how perceived risk impacts the intentions of users to adopt cooking robots in their kitchens. Understanding what drives trust in cook...
On July 29, 2026, Xianglu Robotics and Haier Robotics signed a strategic cooperation agreement to jointly launch the CR3, the world's first fully automated home AI cooking robot. This collaboration marks a significant step into the consumer market for AI cooking robots, transitioning from commercial...
SoftBank Robotics is set to introduce its autonomous cooking robots, the “STEAMA” and “FLAMA” systems, to the U.S. market. This announcement comes as the company aims to expand its food automation business beyond Japan. The robots will make their debut at the National Restaurant Association Show 202...
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