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Weilan Deepsea, a domestic embodied intelligence company, has recently secured a new round of investment from Shenzhen Capital Group, Oriza Origin, and Guoce Capital. This funding will primarily be used for training underwater embodied intelligence models, constructing training centers, and expandin...
Google DeepMind has announced the opening of a new robotics lab in the Boston area, specifically in Cambridge, as part of its initiative to enhance its hardware team. This development aims to integrate advanced artificial intelligence into physical systems, a project led by Aaron Saunders, the vice...
Liang Wenfeng, the founder of DeepSeek, is currently in discussions with founders of embodied AI companies. The conversations are focused on exploring potential pathways for DeepSeek to enter the robotics sector, either by forming a dedicated team or pursuing alternative strategies. This considerat...
DeepSeek has announced its intention to lead a seed funding round for the robotics startup Winverse AI. This move highlights DeepSeek's commitment to investing in innovative robotics solutions that have the potential to reshape the industry landscape. The significance of this investment lies in Dee...
Google DeepMind is in the process of establishing a new robotics lab in the Cambridge area, as announced by Aaron Saunders, the former chief technology officer of Boston Dynamics. This new facility aims to support a hardware team that has been developing over the past year, with recruitment for mach...
Deep Robotics has deployed its DR02 humanoid robots in Hangzhou's Xihu District to test their capabilities in managing traffic and providing public guidance. The trials, conducted in early October 2026, involved real-world conditions such as heavy crowds and rain, assessing the robots' ability to na...
DEEP Robotics has conducted a field test of its humanoid robots, designed as new traffic guides, on public roads in the Xihu District of Hangzhou, China. The test, which took place on October 7, 2026, showcased the robots' autonomous navigation and dynamic obstacle avoidance capabilities in complex...
Deep Robotics has released a video showcasing its DR02 humanoid robot performing traffic assistance tasks in rainy weather in Hangzhou's West Lake district. The demonstration highlights the robot's capabilities in navigation, obstacle avoidance, and interaction with pedestrians, emphasizing its all-...
The deep-sea robotics sector has recently seen a surge in investment, with Gongzhi Ocean announcing nearly 100 million yuan in angel funding from several investors including Zhongxin Zhidi and Lihe Financial. Founded in 2024, Gongzhi Ocean focuses on high-end underwater propulsion equipment and bion...
In the summer and autumn of 2026, the deep-sea robotics sector experienced a surge in funding, with three major investments announced. Shihang Intelligent secured over 1 billion yuan in Series A funding, achieving a unicorn valuation; Deep-Sea Intelligence raised over 500 million yuan, backed by pro...
Deep Robotics has unveiled new footage of its DR02 humanoid robot successfully climbing outdoor concrete stairs, showcasing its capability to navigate challenging terrains. This demonstration marks a pivotal moment for the Hangzhou-based company as it advances its development and commercialization s...
DEEP Robotics has released an 18-second video showcasing its humanoid robot, DR02, successfully climbing outdoor stairs. The video captures DR02's ability to maintain balance and control while ascending each step, demonstrating advanced bipedal walking capabilities. This achievement highlights the r...
DEEP Robotics has released an 18-second video showcasing its humanoid robot, DR02, successfully ascending outdoor stairs. The video highlights the robot's ability to maintain balance and control while navigating the stairs, demonstrating its advanced walking capabilities. This achievement is signifi...
DEEP Robotics has launched an innovative warehouse operation solution that combines quadruped robots with advanced AI models. This system, unveiled on July 31, 2026, enables one-click inventory management, significantly enhancing end-to-end operational efficiency in logistics and warehouse managemen...
On August 2, Google DeepMind introduced Gemini Robotics 2, the latest version of its visual-language-action model. This new model enhances full-body control, advanced dexterity, and multi-robot collaboration, marking a significant advancement from its predecessor, which only managed upper-body tasks...
Google DeepMind recently launched Gemini Robotics 2, an advanced version of its vision-language-action model. This iteration features intelligent whole-body control, enabling robots to perform complex tasks such as walking, crouching, and object manipulation. The model can adapt to new robotic bodie...
Google DeepMind has unveiled Gemini Robotics 2, marking a significant advancement in robotics. This new intelligence layer enables robots to achieve whole-body control, enhanced dexterity, and collaborative capabilities among multiple robots. The introduction of Gemini Robotics 2 is crucial as it r...
On July 30, 2026, Google DeepMind announced the latest AI model for humanoid robots, Gemini Robotics 2. This model advances from upper-body control to full-body control, enabling walking, bending, and advanced dexterity, as well as collaborative tasks among multiple robots. Gemini Robotics 2 transl...
Google DeepMind has introduced Gemini Robotics 2, a suite of AI models aimed at enhancing the autonomy of humanoid and other robots through advanced whole-body control and dexterity. This system is currently showcased on Apptronik's Apollo 2 humanoid robot, which can execute full-body autonomous mov...
Elza Japan has obtained exclusive sales rights for the DEEPRobotics Lynx S10, a compact wheeled quadruped robot, set to begin pre-orders on August 3, 2026. The Lynx S10 inherits all-terrain capabilities from its predecessor, the Lynx M20 series, while achieving significant downsizing and weight redu...
Google DeepMind has introduced Gemini Robotics 2, a significant update that enhances its robotics capabilities. This new version expands beyond previous iterations by incorporating full-body movement control for humanoids, advanced manipulation for multi-fingered hands, and improved collaboration am...
On July 23, Marubeni Corporation, a major Japanese electronic trading company, signed a memorandum of understanding with DEEP Robotics, a leader in quadruped robots, to enhance the sales and development of quadruped robots in Japan. This partnership aims to address Japan's significant labor shortage...
On July 23, 2026, Marubeni Corporation announced a memorandum of understanding with DEEP Robotics to expand the sales of quadrupedal robots in the Japanese market. The collaboration aims to address labor shortages and aging infrastructure in Japan's industrial sector, where autonomous robots can ope...
Elsa Japan Co., Ltd. announced the launch of the DEEPRobotics DR02, an all-weather industrial humanoid robot, for the domestic market on June 18, 2026. This new product aims to enhance operational efficiency in various industries by providing advanced robotic solutions capable of functioning in dive...
Deep Robotics has released a new video demonstration of its DR02 humanoid robot, showcasing its advanced mobility and utility in hazardous environments. The bipedal robot is seen navigating uneven terrain, jumping over obstacles, and equipped with a fire extinguisher, emphasizing its application in...
Deep Robotics, a robotics developer based in Hangzhou, has had its IPO application accepted by the Shanghai Stock Exchange, aiming to raise approximately $367.4 million on the STAR Market. This marks a significant milestone for the company, which reported its first profit last year, with a net profi...
On October 14, Google DeepMind officially launched the Gemini 4 Argon, a universal physical reasoning model. This model is designed to handle tasks such as robot control, virtual environment setup, training data quality inspection, and experimental replication. A demonstration with the Apptronik Apo...
Pudu Robotics is enhancing its European footprint following its participation in IFA Berlin 2026, where it unveiled its comprehensive range of service robotics. The introduction of the PUDU D7 marks a significant milestone in the company's strategy to establish a stronger presence in the European ma...
Unitree Robotics has announced the pricing of its IPO on the Shanghai STAR Market at RMB150.80 per share, with a total of 40.45 million shares to be issued. As part of this offering, Hangzhou DeepSeek AI Basic Technology Research has been allocated 933,900 shares, amounting to approximately RMB141 m...
Unitree has launched its IPO on Shanghai's Star Market, pricing shares at 150.8 yuan each. The company aims to sell 40.45 million new shares to raise 6.1 billion yuan, exceeding its initial target of 4.2 billion yuan. DeepSeek, which invested 141 million yuan, will collaborate with Unitree on AI mod...
Chinese AI developer DeepSeek and a state oil giant are backing Unitree Robotics' initial public offering, which aims to raise 6.1 billion yuan ($900 million) in Shanghai. This significant investment highlights the growing confidence in the humanoid robotics sector, as the company prepares for its m...
Unitree Robotics has officially begun its transition to a public company with its STAR Market IPO, having received approval earlier this summer. The Hangzhou-based firm initiated preliminary price inquiries on August 5, aiming to raise 4.2 billion yuan by issuing 40.45 million shares, which represen...
Reimagine Robotics, an AI robotics startup founded by former leaders of Google DeepMind’s Applied Robotics team, has launched its innovative technology that enables robots to learn from human workers on the job. This approach allows employees to train robots directly by demonstrating tasks, correcti...
Google DeepMind has announced the launch of Gemini Robotics 2, an advanced AI model capable of controlling humanoid robots from 'feet to fingertips.' This new version enhances the robot's ability to perform a variety of actions, including walking, crouching, and manipulating objects, significantly e...
Impossible Metals, a US mining technology company, has announced plans to establish an Advanced Marine Robotics Hub in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This facility will focus on developing autonomous marine systems for the deep-sea collection of critical minerals, creating over a dozen high-paying engine...
Foxglove has announced the speaker lineup for Actuate 26, its annual robotics developer conference, featuring leaders from Wayve, Aurora, Physical Intelligence, and more. The event will take place on August 18-19, 2026, at Fort Mason in San Francisco, showcasing technical talks, keynotes, and hands-...
The field of embodied intelligence is witnessing a fierce debate over the best approach to training robots for industrial applications. One faction advocates for simulation-based training, leveraging structured environments to generate synthetic data, while the opposing view emphasizes the necessity...
During this year's National Day holiday, China experienced a staggering 2.144 billion person-trips, averaging 306 million daily. As crowds flocked to urban areas and events, traffic management and security were severely tested. Deep Robotics utilized its humanoid robot DR02 and robot dogs to assist...
Ultra has successfully raised $50 million in Series A funding to advance its warehouse robotics operations, bringing its total funding to $62 million. The Brooklyn-based company is strengthening its collaboration with Physical Intelligence, which provides AI models for its robotic systems. Ultra's i...
DEEP Robotics has released a video showcasing its Lynx wheeled-legged robot navigating extreme desert terrains, including soft sand and steep slopes. The robot's design combines wheeled movement for efficiency on flat surfaces with adjustable jointed legs for overcoming obstacles, making it suitable...
DEEP Robotics has unveiled footage of its Lynx M20 wheel-legged robot navigating extreme desert terrain, demonstrating its advanced off-road mobility. The robot effectively traverses loose sand, steep slopes, and uneven ground, showcasing its ability to operate in hazardous environments where tradit...
Chinese startup DEEP Robotics is enhancing firefighting and emergency response capabilities with its X30 quadruped and Lynx M20 wheeled-legged robots. These robots are designed to enter hazardous environments first, gathering real-time data on conditions and relaying it to command teams, thereby kee...
Drew Henry, a representative from ARM, recently shared insights into the evolving landscape of physical AI, robotics, and autonomous systems, emphasizing their development to meet real-world challenges. In a detailed discussion, Henry outlined ARM's strategic approach to integrating advanced technol...
DEEP Robotics, a robotics company, has garnered significant attention with the launch of its quadruped robot, the Lynx S10. Despite its compact frame, the Lynx S10 showcases impressive capabilities that exceed expectations. This innovative robot is designed to navigate various terrains, demonstratin...
Suzhou Finger Smart Technology has successfully secured a multi-million dollar Pre-A round of financing, spearheaded by Deep Venture Capital. This funding will facilitate the mass production of the company's cutting-edge micro axial flux motors and bolster supply chain delivery for its major global...
A research team at Georgia Tech has introduced a groundbreaking deep domain adaptation framework that significantly minimizes the reliance on exoskeleton-specific annotated data, cutting the requirement by 95% while ensuring optimal control performance. This innovative method utilizes open-source bi...
DEEP Robotics has joined the ranks of China's 'Hangzhou Seven Dragons' by filing for a listing on the STAR Market, following Unitree Robotics and Qiangkin Technology. The company aims to raise around 2.5 billion yuan, which is equivalent to approximately $3.5 billion in valuation. This move reflects...
Hyundai Mobis hosted its fifth Mobis Mobility Day on Monday in Sunnyvale, California, aiming to enhance collaboration in robotics and physical AI with international partners. The annual event, which serves as the company’s primary open innovation platform, attracted approximately 400 participants th...
XELA Robotics is intensifying its commitment to the U.S. market with the introduction of two significant enhancements to its uSkin® sensor family, designed in response to feedback from its expanding American customer base. The announcement coincides with a strategic investment from Plug and Play, a...
Deep Robotics has introduced its Jueying X30 quadruped robots at a FAW Group factory, marking a significant step towards automating inspection tasks and enhancing industrial maintenance efficiency. This deployment, which took place in October 2023, aims to streamline operations within the manufactur...
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