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The 2026 IEEE International Conference on Robotics & Automation (ICRA) took place in Vienna from June 1 to June 5, gathering experts from various robotics fields. Recordings of keynote and plenary talks, along with panel discussions, are now accessible for viewing. Notable plenary speakers included...
A recent panel at ICRA titled 'Surviving the Paper Deluge' addressed the overwhelming increase in robotics publications. Panel chair Aude Billard highlighted a significant growth trend, predicting around 70,000 papers containing 'robotics' by 2025. The discussion emphasized the importance of interdi...
Prox Industries, a physical AI startup developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo's Matsuo Lab, has announced that it secured second place in a competition held during the ICRA 2026 Workshop titled "From Data to Decisions: VLA Pipelines for Real Robots." The event, organized by the AI Robot...
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...
From June 1 to June 5, Vienna hosted the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Robotics & Automation (ICRA), attracting leading experts in robotics from around the globe. The event took place at Messe Wien, conveniently located near the Danube River, providing a picturesque backdrop for discussions...
At the ICRA 2026 conference, vivo showcased its advanced robotics capabilities by achieving top performance in two global challenges. This event, held in a prominent international venue, highlighted the company's commitment to innovation and the practical application of its technologies in real-worl...
The Youth2Real team, a partnership between Tsinghua University and FiveAges, has achieved a remarkable victory by winning the global championship in the Picking in Clutter Track at the 11th Robotic Grasping and Manipulation Competition (RGMC). This prestigious event took place during the Internation...
GENISOM AI showcased its advancements in embodied artificial intelligence at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2026, held from June 2 to June 4. With a track record of producing and delivering over 10,000 robots for various industrial and infrastructure applications worl...
The ICRA 2026 conference held in Vienna highlighted a significant milestone in the field of robotics, featuring a record number of submissions, with nearly 20% dedicated to Vision-Language-Action (VLA) research. While the academic community applauds these advancements, the industry faces ongoing cha...
TARS made a significant impact at the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2026) with the international launch of its DexHand platform, which garnered considerable interest from both industry leaders and academics. The event took place during the conference, where Dr. Ding,...
At the ICRA 2026 conference held in Vienna, more than 60 Chinese companies highlighted their innovations in robotics, focusing on dexterous hands and tactile sensing technologies. This event marked a pivotal moment for China, which is transitioning from being a participant in the global robotics are...
TARS has unveiled its latest innovation, the DexHand, which promises to revolutionize hand-brain integration. The launch took place in October 2023, showcasing the device's advanced capabilities in enhancing human-computer interaction. This cutting-edge technology is designed to interpret hand signa...
At the ICRA 2026 conference held in Vienna, Yinshijia Robotics showcased its cutting-edge robotic hands and innovative technologies, marking a significant presence in the global robotics market. The company has successfully delivered over 10,000 units, highlighting its reputation for high-performanc...
At the ICRA 2026 conference, a student from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications unveiled the TransTac sensor, a groundbreaking device that combines transparent visual observation with high-precision tactile reconstruction. This innovative technology effectively addresses the 'near-con...
The AGIBOT WORLD CHALLENGE 2026, taking place in Vienna alongside the ICRA 2026 conference, has drawn participation from 526 teams representing 27 countries. This prestigious event highlights advancements in embodied intelligence through a series of innovative competition formats. Focused on real-wo...
At the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) in Vienna, AGIBOT hosted the AGIBOT World Challenge, addressing the challenges of transitioning AI from simulation to physical hardware. The event attracted 526 teams from 27 countries, emphasizing the industry's shift towar...
RoboScience is making strides in the field of embodied intelligence with its innovative Vision-Language-Object-Action (VLOA) framework, designed to improve robotic capabilities by enabling robots to predict changes in objects within dynamic environments. The company recently gained notable recogniti...
At the ICRA 2026 conference, experts gathered to discuss the evolving role of world models in robotics, focusing on the necessity for advanced spatial perception hardware. The event, which took place recently, underscored the challenges the robotics industry faces as robots increasingly operate in v...
At the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2026, GENISOM AI showcased its innovative deployable robotics platforms, marking its presence as a significant player in the robotics industry. Although the company may have been unfamiliar to many attendees, it is not a fledgling sta...
A recent competition has marked a significant advancement in the evaluation of embodied artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of closed-loop testing with real robots and practical tasks. This shift away from traditional simulation scores aims to establish standardized benchmarks that b...
The AGIBOT WORLD CHALLENGE 2026, taking place in Vienna alongside the ICRA 2026 conference, has drawn participation from 526 teams across 27 countries. This prestigious competition highlights advancements in embodied intelligence, featuring innovative assessment methods that emphasize real-world app...
At ICRA 2026 in Vienna, RoboSense showcased its cutting-edge advancements in spatial perception technology, aiming to enhance robot vision accuracy and robustness. The company's innovations are particularly relevant as the robotics industry moves towards mass production, underscoring the importance...
At the ICRA conference held in Vienna, TARS DexHand was unveiled, showcasing an innovative 'mind-hand' integration system designed to mimic human hand movements with 21 degrees of freedom. This advanced technology enhances task execution by utilizing sophisticated data alignment and modeling capabil...
At the ICRA 2026 conference, Gaoqing Power introduced the Mini Pi Plus, a groundbreaking humanoid robot designed to enhance accessibility and affordability for research and educational purposes. Weighing just 15 kg, the Mini Pi Plus boasts a comprehensive open-source ecosystem and a powerful toolcha...
Flexiv, a leading provider of general-purpose robotics, is set to showcase its next-generation robotics portfolio at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) from June 1 to June 5 in Vienna, Austria. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit Hall B, Booth 130, for an exclusi...
A recent first-look demonstration highlighted significant advancements in whole-body touch sensitivity technology, setting the stage for a commercial launch anticipated in the third quarter of 2026. The event featured a keynote address from a leading expert in the industry, emphasizing the potential...
The AGIBOT WORLD CHALLENGE at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2026 has wrapped up, featuring intense competition among 526 teams from 27 countries. The challenge highlighted advancements in embodied intelligence and world modeling, with participants engaging in innovat...
AGIBOT has officially unveiled the AGIBOT World Challenge during the ICRA 2026 conference, encouraging participants to engage in two distinct competition tracks: the Reasoning to Action Track and the World Model Track. With a substantial prize pool of $530,000, the challenge seeks to propel advancem...
AGIBOT has officially unveiled the AGIBOT World Challenge during the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2026, a renowned global event in the field of robotics. This competition, boasting a substantial prize pool of $530,000, aims to attract leading innovators in embodied arti...
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