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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...
A human versus robot fighting competition was set to take place in San Francisco, California, but was abruptly stopped by the California Sports Commission. The event aimed to showcase advancements in robotics and engage audiences in a unique format of entertainment. However, the commission's interve...
Devang Adhyaru, founder of Humanoid Hub, is organizing a conference in San Francisco on October 15–16, 2026, after visiting over 35 robotics startups in the US and China. He emphasizes the importance of in-person interactions with robots, stating that physical presence enhances understanding and con...
On September 20, the Chinese ZHONGQING T800 humanoid robot faced off against human boxer Frankie LaPenna in a match held in San Francisco's REK robot fighting event. The T800, equipped with a head resembling the iconic Terminator, delivered a powerful kick that knocked LaPenna to the ground, securin...
Amazon.com Inc.'s Zoox is entering the competitive robotaxi market in San Francisco, directly challenging Waymo and Tesla. The company has received a federal exemption to deploy up to 2,500 purpose-built robotaxis annually for two years, although its service operates under California's driverless pi...
Waymo has announced the resumption of its robotaxi service in San Francisco after a one-hour pause due to a power outage affecting approximately 7,000 PG&E customers. The company made temporary adjustments to its operations while assessing the situation and coordinating with local officials. A spoke...
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has requested state regulators to enhance rules governing autonomous vehicles following a significant traffic jam caused by Waymo robotaxis on July 4. The incident, which left thousands stranded, highlighted the inadequacies of California's current regulatory framewo...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has officially commenced at San Francisco's Moscone West, gathering over 10,000 startup founders, investors, and tech leaders. The event features Startup Battlefield and six industry stages dedicated to scaling, AI, fintech, climate tech, and more, fostering an environment ri...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to commence in less than 48 hours at Moscone West in San Francisco, featuring over 10,000 attendees including founders, investors, and tech leaders. The event will host more than 250 speakers across 200+ sessions, showcasing 300+ startups and providing a platform for n...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to take place in San Francisco from October 13-15, bringing together founders, investors, and technology leaders. The event will extend beyond the conference floor, with numerous networking opportunities and showcases scheduled throughout Disrupt Week from October 10 t...
In just five days, the TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 event will commence at San Francisco's Moscone West, gathering the global tech community. Attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets now to avoid increased prices, with final discounted rates available until the event opens at 8 a.m. PT on October...
A 44-second video showcases internet personality Frankie LaPenna facing a six-foot humanoid robot in a cage match organized by REK in San Francisco. This event marks the first human versus humanoid robot fight, where LaPenna, equipped with protective gear, attempts to strike the robot, which respond...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is approaching, with only six days left to secure tickets at current pricing, which ends on September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The event will gather over 10,000 founders, investors, and tech leaders for three days of networking and insights into the startup ecosystem. This year'...
The upcoming short film 'Road Rage' portrays a murderous autonomous vehicle as the antagonist, tapping into societal fears surrounding AI on the roads. Set in San Francisco, the film features a ridehail driver named Joa, who faces off against an aggressive robotaxi named Roboride after a minor road-...
San Francisco-based Mara has successfully secured $7 million in funding to enhance its proprietary counter-drone system known as Spike. This funding will assist in bringing the technology to market, addressing the critical issue of neutralizing drone swarms effectively and affordably on modern battl...
Waymo has officially opened its next-generation robotaxi, the Ojai, to all riders in Los Angeles, Phoenix, and San Francisco. This marks a significant step for the Alphabet company as it aims to expand its fleet with vehicles that are more cost-effective to build, operate, and maintain. Currently, W...
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to take place from October 13-15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, offering a unique opportunity for volunteers. By participating, volunteers will gain firsthand experience in how industry-leading events are organized, how networks are built, and how opportunities aris...
Tau Robotics has introduced a pilot program allowing San Francisco residents to hire humanoid robots for cleaning tasks at $30 per hour. The robots, named Chelsea and Elon, are designed to perform chores such as vacuuming and cleaning kitchen counters, with each unit costing $50,000 to produce. The...
Vogue World is set to take place in San Francisco next year, signaling the growing intersection of technology and fashion. Anna Wintour emphasized the city's unique cultural landscape, celebrating its diversity and innovation. The event aims to bolster San Francisco's creative community and showcase...
Tau Robotics has introduced a humanoid robot resembling a 'Teletubby' in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering home cleaning services at a rate of $30 per hour. This service operates on an invitation-only basis, with the robot controlled remotely by human operators using AI-assisted strategies, as it...
During the AI Summit in San Francisco, South Korean President Jae Myung Lee and leading business figures convened with NVIDIA to discuss the nation's AI advancements. This meeting follows NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's recent visit to South Korea and aims to bolster the country's AI infrastructure and ex...
Waymo's handling of footage captured by its robotaxis has come under scrutiny following a recent incident that revealed new insights into the company's data management practices. The event, which occurred in October 2023, highlights concerns regarding the storage and treatment of video recordings ma...
Dreame Technology showcased its latest innovations at the DREAME NEXT event held in San Francisco, highlighting the evolution of its bionic robotic arm technology. Originally designed for robot vacuums, this technology has now expanded into a versatile platform that can enhance various household app...
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
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