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Cornell University researchers developed a chip-based laser-cooling technique that brought a trapped calcium ion close to its quantum ground state in 150 microseconds. That is faster than the approximately 500 microseconds required by a conventional laser arrangement. The method simultaneously coole...
SpaceX launched Starship Flight 15 from Starbase, Texas, on November 13, 2026, under an FAA license revised on launch day to authorize one launch and reentry. Super Heavy Booster 22 triggered an automatic abort and splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico rather than returning to the tower. Ship 42 conti...
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have launched Pixel, a wheeled robot featuring two arms and a construction cost of under $15,000. This innovative project integrates a learning system that translates human demonstrations into coordinated movements, addressing the challenge of teaching robot...
Robbyant has selected 15 teams to compete in the Shanghai final of its first Embodied AI Challenge, scheduled for November 14–16. During this 48-hour hackathon, teams will adapt their AI models to physical robots using AgileX Robotics’ Cobot Magic platform. This event follows the announcement of ove...
Eka Robotics announced the successful completion of a $150 million Series A funding round aimed at scaling its innovative technology and customer deployments. Founded in 2024 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company is developing a vision-force-action (VFA) model that enables robots to gen...
Fifteen Kuafu humanoid robots have been deployed in Zhaofeng Co., Ltd.'s Hangzhou factory, achieving a stable operation success rate of over 98% after more than 1,000 hours of cumulative operation. This transition from proof of concept to normalized production line operation highlights the growing i...
Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have introduced a novel learning method that enhances robot trajectory tracking performance by up to 15%. This method, known as Contraction-Aware Reinforcement Learning (CARL), integrates reinforcement learning with control theory to ensure...
Reliable Robotics has successfully raised an additional $115 million, increasing its Series D funding to $275 million and elevating its valuation to over $1 billion. The company is focused on developing the Reliable Autonomy System for automated flight operations and is pursuing FAA certification fo...
Eka Robotics has successfully raised $150 million in Series A funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz and F-Prime, achieving a valuation of $1.45 billion. The funding aims to advance the company's vision-force-action model, which integrates visual and force data to enable robots to handle unfamiliar tas...
Eka Robotics has successfully raised $150 million in Series A funding, aimed at enhancing robots' ability to handle objects with speed and adaptability. This funding round, led by Andreessen Horowitz and F-Prime, will bolster the company's AI model and facilitate customer deployments, contributing t...
Reliable Robotics, based in Mountain View, California, has secured $115 million in funding to advance its autonomous flying technology. This funding, part of an extended Series D round, has increased the startup's valuation to over $1 billion. Co-founder and CEO Robert Rose emphasized the importance...
Fairino, a Chinese collaborative robot manufacturer, has successfully completed its Series C+ and Series D funding rounds, raising nearly $150 million in total. This funding will enhance the company's production capacity for core components and accelerate research and development in industrial robot...
Xiangyu Medical experienced a significant increase of over 15% during trading, driven by renewed interest in brain-computer interface concepts. This surge reflects a growing market enthusiasm for innovative technologies that bridge human cognition and machines. The rise in Xiangyu Medical's stock i...
Stardust Intelligence has successfully raised funds in four rounds over the past six months, achieving a valuation of $15 billion. This rapid funding growth highlights the company's strong position in the market and investor confidence in its future potential. The significance of this funding is un...
Modal has successfully secured $750 million in a Series D funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $15.75 billion. This funding was led by Accel, with participation from Kleiner Perkins and existing investors such as Menlo Ventures and Bain Capital Ventures. The company has recently surpas...
Leju Robotics has successfully deployed 15 humanoid robots at an auto parts plant in Hangzhou, where they load parts at 15 different stations during routine shifts. Each robot takes approximately 40 seconds to complete a loading cycle, which is notably longer than the 15 seconds typically required b...
On October 13, Shenzhen-based Astribot announced a new funding round of 1 billion yuan, raising its valuation to 15 billion yuan. This marks a significant increase from its previous valuation of 10 billion yuan just three months prior, highlighting the rapid growth and interest in its innovative hum...
Stardust Intelligence has successfully completed a new funding round of 1 billion yuan, bringing its post-investment valuation to 15 billion yuan. This funding round, led by Donghai Investment Holdings, includes participation from several significant state-owned and financial investors. The company...
Xingchen Intelligent, the world's first mass-produced AI robot company, has completed a new funding round of 1 billion yuan, bringing its valuation to 15 billion yuan. This funding round was led by Donghai Investment Holding, with participation from several significant state-owned and financial inve...
Apellix cleaning drones have proven effective in removing dirt, algae, and other buildups from various structures, as evidenced by 15 documented projects. These drones significantly reduce the need for traditional access equipment like lifts and scaffolding, showcasing their efficiency in high-reach...
The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) has released ANSI/A3 R15.08-3-2026, the final part of the three-part safety standard for industrial mobile robots (IMRs). This standard focuses on the day-to-day operation, risk assessment, and management of changes related to IMR applications. The intr...
The VY150 work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV), developed by Shandong Future Robot in collaboration with Harbin Institute of Technology, embarked on its expedition to the South China Sea on September 28. This advanced ROV is designed to operate at depths of up to 4,500 meters and is equipped w...
GE Aerospace has significantly upgraded its F110 engine program, which has accumulated over 11 million flight hours, to meet the demands of the U.S. Air Force and allied operators. The company has focused on enhancing production capabilities through investments in advanced manufacturing techniques,...
Xiaomi is set to initiate the stable rollout of its HyperOS 4 in China starting October 15. The rollout will begin with the Xiaomi 17 series, REDMI K100 Pro, K90 models, and Xiaomi Pad 8 tablets, with further expansions planned through January 2027. This rollout is significant as it marks the intro...
SiMa.ai has successfully raised $150 million in Series C funding, achieving a valuation of $1.45 billion. This funding round, which was co-led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and Amplify, aims to support the expansion of SiMa.ai's physical AI platform into various sectors, including humano...
NVIDIA has announced that its Board of Directors has approved an additional $150 billion for its existing share repurchase program, raising the total authorized amount to $235 billion. This increase is part of the company's strategy to return capital to shareholders while investing in transformative...
Waymo has successfully logged over 220 million autonomous miles, achieving a significant reduction in serious injury crashes compared to human drivers. With around half a million paid rides weekly, Waymo is expanding its operations from 14 cities, raising the question of how to scale robotaxi servic...
Robot Ride, a company specializing in the development of wearable robots, will launch 'THE ROBOT PARK ODAIBA' on October 15, 2026, at Aqua City Odaiba in Tokyo. This interactive attraction aims to provide robot experiences to both domestic and international visitors, building on the success of previ...
The Stardust OS Hackathon, hosted by Stardust Intelligence, concluded in Beijing, featuring 15 teams that developed over 10 functional robot applications within 36 hours. This event marked a significant shift in the industry by allowing participants with little to no robotics development experience...
Zhishen Technology has successfully produced 15,000 industry-grade embodied intelligence robots as of June 2026. This achievement highlights the company's commitment to scaling production and meeting the demands of high-risk inspection scenarios in sectors such as power and petrochemicals. The sign...
The Bund Conference showcased over 40 robotics firms from September 9 to 12, emphasizing practical applications in pharmacies and factories. This shift from traditional demonstrations to real-world tasks highlights the industry's evolution towards operational efficiency. Youdi Robot made a signific...
Rui Erman has launched a data training facility in Changzhou, equipped with 150 robots capable of generating 2GB of raw data per minute. This facility features two main areas: a basic motion training zone for fundamental robotic actions and a scenario application area designed for diverse operationa...
Evan Budz, a 15-year-old innovator, created BURT, the Bionic Underwater Robotic Turtle, inspired by a turtle's silent movement in a pond. Unlike traditional underwater drones that use noisy propellers, BURT employs flippers to glide through water without disturbing the environment, making it ideal f...
Alphabet Inc.'s Waymo has officially expanded its paid robotaxi service to Las Vegas, making it the 15th city in the United States to offer this innovative transportation solution. This expansion is significant as it reflects Waymo's ongoing commitment to enhancing urban mobility through autonomous...
Unitree has introduced the G1+, an upgraded version of its humanoid robot, which features stronger motors, a movable neck, and improved sensing hardware. The base model is priced at $15,000, excluding tax and shipping, and focuses on enhancing everyday movement and interaction capabilities. This la...
On September 8, Microsoft initiated the distribution of its monthly security updates for all supported versions of Windows. This update addresses a total of 974 vulnerabilities, with 113 classified as critical. Among these, two vulnerabilities have already been exploited, prompting urgent updates fo...
As of 2026, funding in the embodied intelligence sector has approached 15 billion yuan, with seven domestic companies now valued over 10 billion yuan, a significant increase from none a year prior. However, over 77% of robotics firms remain in early funding stages, indicating a highly competitive en...
Google has announced a significant investment of 13 billion euros ($15.1 billion) into AI infrastructure in Finland, marking its largest single investment in Europe. This move highlights Finland's growing importance as a prime location for data centers, particularly amid the ongoing AI boom. The in...
DeepSeek has announced a significant expansion of its engineering team, adding 150 new engineers to enhance its capabilities in AI and robotics. This move reflects the growing demand for advanced AI solutions in various sectors, particularly in the development of large models that go beyond traditio...
Recent research indicates that retrofitting selected non-powered dams in the United States could yield up to 15.2 terawatt-hours of electricity each year, enough to power over 1.4 million homes. This finding stems from a study by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Idaho National Laboratory, utilizing...
TRIC Robotics, an agricultural robotics startup, has scaled its operations from half-acre trials in 2021 to managing over 1,500 acres of commercial strawberries in California this year. The company utilizes a fleet of 15 autonomous robots equipped with UV-C light and bug vacuums, operating nightly t...
Arizona-based Iveda has unveiled the IvedaAir line, featuring the GX10-F100, a gas-powered autonomous helicopter drone. This unmanned aircraft boasts an impressive flight endurance of over 150 minutes, significantly surpassing traditional battery-powered quadcopters. With a cargo capacity of 19 poun...
Figure AI has successfully demonstrated its humanoid platform's ability to autonomously ascend and descend a 15-foot industrial ladder. This achievement, shared by CEO Brett Adcock on August 22, showcases the robot's capability to navigate complex vertical environments, a significant advancement fro...
The 2026 World Robot Conference, held from August 19 to 23 in Beijing, showcased 373 companies and over 3,000 innovative products, with more than 150 new releases, marking a 21% increase from the previous year. The event highlighted the transition of robots from mere exhibits to commercial products,...
Russia has successfully constructed 15 RITM-200 reactor units, with plans for 13 more, as reported by Rosatom chief Alexey Likhachev. These small-scale reactors, each with a thermal power output of 175 megawatts and a lifespan of at least 40 years, are designed for use in hard-to-reach areas, partic...
Nvidia has announced a price increase of more than 15% for its AI servers, prompting warnings to Microsoft, Google, and Oracle from contract manufacturers regarding the higher costs. This decision reflects Nvidia's response to rising production expenses and market demand for AI technologies. The pr...
On August 19, Yushu Technology, recognized as the first publicly traded humanoid robotics company in China, officially listed on the STAR Market. The stock opened at 1,100 CNY per share, surging 629% from its issue price, with a market capitalization briefly exceeding 444.9 billion CNY before closin...
A recent report indicates that Iranian drones may have played a crucial role in tracking a U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle before its shootdown in April. According to a U.S. military official, these drones provided vital information regarding the aircraft's location, speed, and direction, aiding I...
A recent report indicates that Iranian drones played a crucial role in targeting the U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, which was shot down in April. An unnamed senior U.S. military official revealed that these drones provided vital information, including the jet's GPS location, speed, and direction...
On August 10, Yushutech (688836.SH) launched its IPO on the STAR Market with a share price of 150.80 Yuan, issuing 40.4464 million shares and raising approximately 6.1 billion Yuan. The post-issue market capitalization is estimated at around 61 billion Yuan, corresponding to a diluted price-to-earni...
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