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Genesis AI has unveiled GENE-26.5, a robotic brain and foundation model aimed at achieving human-level physical manipulation in general-purpose machines. This announcement on May 6, 2026, signifies a strategic shift for the company, which now embraces a full-stack approach that includes proprietary...
Andrea Bajcsy, an Assistant Professor at the Robotics Institute, has been named a recipient of the 2026 AI2050 Early Career Fellowship. This honor places her alongside fellow faculty members Akari Asai and Daniel Fried from the Language Technologies Institute, who also received the Schmidt Sciences...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to continue at San Francisco's Moscone West on October 14-15, offering a 50% discount on tickets for the remaining two days of the event. Attendees can look forward to engaging with prominent speakers, including actor Mark Wahlberg and leaders from major tech companies...
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...
General Motors (GM) announced a 5.5% year-over-year decline in new vehicle sales for the third quarter, totaling 670,974 units sold. The automaker's all-electric vehicle sales have also decreased significantly, with the Equinox EV down 92.4% compared to last year. This decline comes as consumer enth...
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...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is approaching, with a special offer for attendees. A 50% discount on a second ticket is available for all ticket types until the event starts on October 13 at 8 a.m. PT. This initiative encourages attendees to bring a colleague, co-founder, or partner to enhance their experi...
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, leaders from Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors will address the critical issue of deploying AI in high-stakes environments. Nathan Michael from Shield AI, Raquel Urtasun of Waabi, and Mikell Taylor from General Motors will explore the challenges of ensuring safety and...
There are only two days remaining to secure a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass at a discount of up to $200. The event, scheduled for October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, will address critical issues facing founders, investors, and technology leaders, including AI competition and sustainable p...
According to a report by Counterpoint Research, global shipments of quadruped robots approached 35,000 units in the first half of 2026, with 40% utilized in industrial applications. Chinese companies contributed over 90% of the global market share, reflecting a similar dominance seen in humanoid rob...
At the Xiangshan Forum, COFE+ introduced its 7th generation coffee robot, designed for operational efficiency and customer service. The robot can brew espresso in 28 seconds, cappuccino in 38 seconds, and specialty latte art in 58 seconds, utilizing AI to control over 300 parameters for precision br...
Figure has unveiled Helix 2.5, a groundbreaking neural network designed for humanoid robots. Unlike previous models, Helix 2.5 can autonomously perform tasks in unfamiliar environments without prior data collection. This innovation was tested in 30 homes in the Bay Area, showcasing the robot's abili...
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...
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...
At the 2026 World Robot Conference, a clear trend emerged indicating that the embodied intelligence industry is shifting focus from creating general-purpose robots to developing specialized solutions that deliver real value in specific scenarios. Innovations in areas such as garment sewing, biomedic...
Geek+, a warehouse robotics manufacturer based in Hong Kong, has released its interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2026. The company reported a significant year-on-year increase in new signed orders, which rose by 35.5%, indicating strong demand for its solutions. The growth in orders...
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...
September brings 26 new games to GeForce NOW, prominently featuring NBA 2K27, which utilizes NVIDIA's DLSS 5 3D-Guided Neural Rendering technology. This collaboration with Visual Concepts and 2K enhances the game's realism, offering lifelike lighting and material details that elevate the broadcast-s...
Geek+ has reported a significant increase in subscription-based service orders, with a remarkable 35.5% growth in 2026 interim results. This surge indicates a successful transition of their substantial installed base into additional service revenue, showcasing a robust and diversified growth strateg...
Spain's defence market is projected to experience growth across all combat domains from 2026 to 2035. However, fluctuations are anticipated specifically within the naval sector, indicating potential challenges in that area. This growth is significant as it reflects Spain's commitment to enhancing i...
Spain's defence market is projected to experience growth across all combat domains from 2026 to 2035. This growth indicates a robust investment in military capabilities and modernization efforts within the country. The anticipated expansion is significant as it reflects Spain's commitment to enhanc...
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,...
General Atomics has announced the Wildfire, a new long-range unmanned aircraft concept designed to meet modern drone warfare demands and potentially succeed the MQ-9 Reaper. This Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) aims to fulfill the Pentagon's requirements for medium-altitude, long-endurance aircraft cap...
Amazon.com Inc. announced plans to expand its Prime Air drone delivery service to nearly 500 cities and towns across the U.S. by the end of 2026, marking a sixfold increase from its current service area. This expansion aims to provide tens of millions of customers with access to drone delivery for g...
Generalist AI has introduced GEN-1.5, an advanced embodied foundation model capable of one-shot learning for dexterous tasks. This model can learn new behaviors with just 3 to 12 seconds of sensorimotor demonstration data, eliminating the need for gradient updates. The model's performance shows a 59...
Neros Technologies announced the successful completion of a $250 million Series C funding round, elevating its valuation to $2.5 billion. The funding aims to expedite the development and production of its defense drones, including the Archer AI and Bandit models, which are set for deployment by the...
LTX, a company spun out of Lightricks, has launched LTX-2.5, an advanced open-weights video model that can generate a 10-second video from an image in just 6.8 seconds using NVIDIA superchips. This model is now integrated into ComfyUI and available on Hugging Face, supporting organizations with unde...
The 2026 World Robot Conference is set to take place from August 19 at the Yichuang International Exhibition Center in Beijing, spanning five days. This year's event will feature over 300 participating companies, a 36% increase from last year, showcasing more than 2,000 products, including over 150...
Unitree Robotics, officially known as Yushu Technology Co., launched its initial public offering in Shanghai, attracting significant interest from retail investors. The IPO was met with overwhelming demand, being subscribed 5,526 times, highlighting the strong market appetite for innovative robotics...
Brain Corp has reported a remarkable 68% growth in global deployments of its BrainOS®-powered robots during the first half of 2026. The company has surpassed 50,000 robots in operation worldwide, reflecting the increasing integration of autonomous robots in various enterprise environments. This sig...
EU Motors, a prominent manufacturer of high-performance brushless drone motors, has announced its goal to produce over 350,000 drone motors by 2026. The company is expanding its operations in the U.S. with plans to establish exclusive stator production and deploy advanced robotic assembly lines at i...
The World Submarine Organization (WSO), in collaboration with the Submersible Operators Group (SOG), the MTS Submarine Committee, and Det Norske Veritas (DNV), will host the 23rd Annual Submarine Symposium in Hamburg, Germany. This event is set to take place from September 15 to 18, 2026, at the Int...
Australia's defence spending is projected to grow significantly over the next decade as the country focuses on modernizing its military capabilities across various warfighting domains. This increase in defence expenditure is crucial for Australia as it aims to enhance its national security and resp...
Australia's defence spending is projected to grow significantly over the next decade as the country focuses on modernizing its military capabilities across various warfighting domains. This increase in defence expenditure is crucial for Australia as it aims to enhance its strategic military readine...
In the first half of 2026, the humanoid robot industry in China officially entered a new phase of deployment and commercialization. The focus has shifted from showcasing prototypes to large-scale implementation in real-world scenarios, driven by advancements in technology and supply chain improvemen...
Genesis AI, an AI robotics startup, is currently in discussions with investors to raise about $500 million in a new funding round. This significant capital influx aims to bolster the company's growth and development in the competitive robotics landscape. The funding is crucial as it will enable Gen...
The ITEC2026 Smart Robot Application Competition has been launched, offering a top prize of 5 million yuan. This event emphasizes the importance of robots performing reliably in real-world environments, addressing practical challenges rather than merely showcasing capabilities. The competition, co-h...
The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 opened on July 17 in Shanghai, showcasing leading tech companies and innovations. Realman Intelligent, a company focused on deploying practical robots, highlighted its RealBOT-S2 and RealBOT-L2 models, which demonstrated real-world tasks like...
Starmind is a pivotal element in SpaceX's estimated $1.75 trillion IPO valuation, despite currently generating no confirmed revenue. The stock price reflects optimistic projections regarding AI infrastructure growth, which Starmind has yet to substantiate. As of early July 2026, SpaceX's stock has d...
On June 25, 2026, Estun was officially listed in Fortune's China Top 50 Tech Companies, recognized for its innovations in industrial robotics and smart manufacturing. This accolade highlights Estun's commitment to core technologies and its comprehensive industry chain layout, emphasizing its role in...
Flexion Robotics announced on its official X account that it conducted a fully autonomous demonstration using humanoid robots at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2026) from June 9 to June 11, 2026. The three-day event showcased the company's advancements in robotics tech...
During the 2025 holiday season, retailers faced unexpected visibility in fulfillment due to economic uncertainty and high consumer demand. Adobe Analytics reported over $10 million in online spending every minute on Cyber Monday, while the National Retail Federation noted holiday spending exceeded $...
Germany has announced a €2.5 billion initiative aimed at becoming the first country to harness nuclear fusion power. This ambitious plan involves significant investment in research and development to advance fusion technology, which promises a cleaner and virtually limitless energy source. The impo...
Yuejiang Technology has unveiled the Vega 7, a next-generation seven-axis force control arm, at the Shanghai Industrial Expo on October 12. This product is designed for wheeled dual-arm platforms and industrial mobile operations, emphasizing long-term reliability and performance in real-world applic...
At the end of September, market research firms Frost & Sullivan and IDC reported significant growth in the humanoid robot sector, with IDC noting nearly 25,000 units shipped globally in the first half of 2026, marking a 432.1% increase year-over-year. In contrast, Frost & Sullivan reported 36,000 un...
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DH-Robotics introduced the ADH-5-13, a five-finger dexterous hand featuring 13 independently controllable active degrees of freedom (DOF), at IROS 2026 in Pittsburgh. This innovative product aims to enhance robotic manipulation capabilities across various applications. The significance of the ADH-5...
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...
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 last opportunity to save up to $200 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets is here, with prices increasing soon. This event, taking place at San Francisco's Moscone West from October 13-15, offers a unique chance to condense extensive research and networking into just three days. TechCrunch Disrupt...
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