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SoftBank Group is pursuing up to $100 billion from Gulf investors to enhance its artificial intelligence investments, as reported by the Financial Times. Founder Masayoshi Son has initiated discussions with potential backers, particularly from the United Arab Emirates, to establish a fund aimed at a...
Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) and SoftBank Group Corp. have announced a joint venture aimed at commercializing brand-agnostic autonomous heavy equipment to tackle labor shortages in construction. ASI's CEO, Mel Torrie, emphasized the need for innovative solutions to meet the demands of large infra...
SoftBank Group has invested $225 million in Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) to establish a joint venture aimed at developing autonomous construction equipment for large infrastructure projects. This collaboration will leverage ASI's Mobius fleet-management platform to enhance civil construction and...
SoftBank has reportedly agreed to acquire the Robotics and AI Institute (RAI) from Hyundai Motor Group, as reported by The Robot Report on September 18. This acquisition could bring Marc Raibert's research organization under SoftBank's ownership, although financial terms and the progress of the revi...
SoftBank Group Corp. has reached an agreement to acquire the Robotics and AI Institute (RAI) from Hyundai Motor Group, although financial details remain undisclosed. This acquisition is currently under review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), which assesses foreign...
SoftBank is in negotiations to acquire a majority stake in humanoid robot startup 1X, which is valued at approximately $6 billion. The deal is not finalized and may still undergo adjustments. 1X focuses on household humanoid robots, with its flagship product being NEO. If the acquisition proceeds, i...
SoftBank Group is in discussions to acquire a majority stake in 1X Technologies, valuing the Norwegian-American startup at approximately $6 billion. This potential deal would provide SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son with controlling interest in a leading bipedal robotics platform, marking a significan...
Gravis Robotics has received a significant $200 million investment from SoftBank, aimed at enhancing its construction technology. The startup focuses on retrofitting existing excavators and heavy machinery to incorporate autonomous and semi-autonomous capabilities, which are essential for modern inf...
SoftBank Group Corp. has made a significant investment of $200 million in Gravis Robotics, a Swiss startup specializing in autonomous software for construction machinery. This investment highlights the growing interest in automation technologies within the construction sector, as companies seek to...
SoftBank Corp. and NTT are spearheading a collaborative effort involving numerous Japanese companies and research groups to develop a cross-industry platform for artificial intelligence and data sharing across Japan. This initiative aims to enhance the infrastructure necessary for AI-powered data in...
SoftBank Group Corp. is reportedly evaluating a potential acquisition of Gravis Robotics AG. This move aligns with SoftBank's strategy to enhance its portfolio in artificial intelligence technologies that support robotics. The acquisition is significant as it highlights SoftBank's ongoing commitmen...
SoftBank Group's shares fell by 9.2% on Friday as a sell-off in U.S. semiconductor stocks impacted Asian markets. This decline reflects growing concerns about AI spending and its sustainability, particularly following a weak session for U.S. technology stocks, with the Nasdaq Composite down 1.47%....
Hyundai Motor Group announced its acquisition of SoftBank Group's approximately 10% stake in Boston Dynamics, making the U.S. robotics company a wholly owned subsidiary. The transaction, valued at about 500 billion won ($335 million), is aimed at enhancing Hyundai's ability to integrate advanced rob...
Hyundai Motor Co. is set to acquire SoftBank Group Corp.'s remaining stake in Boston Dynamics. This move comes as Hyundai accelerates the commercialization of its Atlas humanoid robot, indicating a significant step in its robotics strategy. The acquisition is crucial for Hyundai as it aims to enhan...
SoftBank is reportedly in discussions to invest in Seven & i Holdings, focusing on enhancing store management through its proprietary AI technology. The investment aims to integrate autonomous robots into the retail operations, potentially transforming customer service and inventory management. Spec...
Agile Robots, a German industrial robotics startup, is in discussions to secure approximately $800 million in a new funding round, with SoftBank Group Corp. as a primary investor. Reports indicate that SoftBank is considering contributing over $300 million to this round, although both parties have d...
SoftBank Robotics Corp. has commenced sales of the next-generation serving robot 'Servi Q,' developed in collaboration with Bear Robotics, Inc., starting September 28, 2026, in Japan. The 'Servi Q' will be exclusively sold by SoftBank Robotics globally, leveraging its network for gradual internation...
Noah Medical, a surgical robotics firm backed by SoftBank, is preparing to file for a Hong Kong listing as early as next year. The company aims to raise over $100 million to bolster its expansion efforts in mainland China. Founder Zhang Jian emphasized that Hong Kong's status as an international fin...
Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate and JDSC have announced the start of domestic trials for the Loki cleaning robot, developed by Loki Robotics in Switzerland. This initiative aims to innovate building maintenance operations in next-generation smart buildings, addressing the growing demand for automation...
Gravis Robotics has announced a significant investment of $200 million from SoftBank in its Series A funding round, marking a historic milestone in construction robotics. This funding aims to enhance the company's autonomous construction capabilities, addressing the industry's slow automation pace a...
Agile Robots, a German robotics company, is projecting its revenue to double this year, reaching approximately €600 million. This growth is attributed to the increasing demand for industrial automation, as reported by CEO Zhaopeng Chen in an interview with the Wall Street Journal. The company's rev...
SoftBank Robotics (SBR) is exploring the integration of Loki Robotics' toilet cleaning robot into its cleaning services, targeting deployment by spring 2027. The robot was first demonstrated at 'SoftBank World 2026' on July 14, 2026, showcasing its ability to clean toilets using a specialized brush....
Masayoshi Son, the CEO of SoftBank, is making a significant move in the robotics industry as the company prepares to launch mass production of its latest robotic technology. This initiative comes on the heels of SoftBank's previous setbacks, including the disappointing performance of the Pepper robo...
SoftBank Robotics is set to introduce its autonomous cooking robots, the “STEAMA” and “FLAMA” systems, to the U.S. market. This announcement comes as the company aims to expand its food automation business beyond Japan. The robots will make their debut at the National Restaurant Association Show 202...
A recent incident involving a major technology company has raised concerns over data privacy. On October 15, 2023, in San Francisco, California, a cybersecurity breach was reported by TechCorp, a leading firm in the industry. The breach exposed sensitive user data, affecting millions of customers wo...
SoftBank Group is set to establish and publicly list a new U.S.-based company named Roze, which will focus on developing data centers utilizing artificial intelligence and robotics. According to a report from the Financial Times, cited by Reuters, the company aims to go public as soon as this year,...
SoftBank Group is set to establish and publicly list a new company focused on artificial intelligence and robotics, named "Roze." This initiative aims to capitalize on the growing demand for advanced technology solutions in these sectors. The company will be based in the United States, reflecting So...
Recent developments in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics highlight a reciprocal relationship between these technologies and infrastructure development. As industries increasingly rely on AI and robotics to enhance efficiency and productivity, the need for robust infrastructure become...
Matternet has announced a strategic partnership with SoftBank Robotics America to advance the integration of drone delivery services into everyday logistics across the United States. This collaboration seeks to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of delivery systems, leveraging drone technology...
Matternet and SoftBank Robotics America have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the deployment of autonomous aerial logistics. This collaboration combines Matternet's advanced drone delivery technology with SoftBank Robotics' expertise in commercialization, creating a powerful syne...
In a significant development within the robotic software sector, SoftBank and NVIDIA are reportedly engaged in discussions to invest more than $1 billion in Skild AI. This investment could potentially triple the startup's current valuation as it unveils its innovative "omni-bodied" brain technology....
As the fields of autonomy and embodied intelligence continue to advance, IT service providers are likely to shift their roles within the industry. Rather than engaging in every layer of service delivery, companies that cultivate specialized skills in areas such as advisory, integration, or managed o...
SoftBank is ramping up its efforts to invest in next-generation humanoid robotics after experiencing mixed outcomes with its Pepper robot. The company is focusing on AI-driven firms, specifically targeting Agility Robotics and Skild AI as potential investment opportunities. This strategic shift refl...
Eight Ph.D. students from Carnegie Mellon University have been awarded the prestigious SoftBank Group–Arm Fellowship, aimed at advancing research that explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and human collaboration. This recognition highlights the university's commitment to fostering in...
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