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Ambrosia Energy has announced the construction of a 10 gigawatt-hour battery factory near Austin, Texas, as revealed by co-founder and CEO Ben Longmier at TechCrunch Disrupt. The facility, covering 150,000 square feet, aims to achieve full production within two to three years, enabling the company t...
Sky Elements achieved a remarkable feat by flying over 71,000 drones in Texas, setting two Guinness World Records. The highlight was an 11,000-drone performance, marking the largest drone show ever in the U.S. This event took place from September 27 to September 29, showcasing a variety of aerial fo...
Saronic has officially broken ground on its new shipyard, Port Alpha, located in Brownsville, Texas. This facility will initially cover 800 acres, with plans to expand to 4,000 acres. The shipyard aims to create approximately 10,000 jobs in various fields, including robotics and naval architecture,...
Aerospace engineering students from Texas A&M University have successfully built a 50-pound drone that can carry a payload of 110 pounds over a distance of four nautical miles. This achievement was showcased at the DARPA Lift Challenge, where the team was one of only six out of 87 groups to complete...
Tesla is set to establish a distribution center exceeding 538,000 square feet near Austin, Texas, enhancing its logistics capabilities in the region. The project, located at the Mustang Ridge Distribution Center I, is projected to cost approximately $1.44 million and is scheduled for construction fr...
Tesla's Optimus factory at Giga Texas is progressing, with its steel structure nearing completion, as reported by site observer Joe Tegtmeyer. The update indicates that the steel assembly is just five column grids away from the northern perimeter beam, alongside concrete being poured on three upper...
Amazon and Wiwynn have expanded their facility in Texas to bolster the hardware and capacity necessary for Amazon's increasing cloud infrastructure across the United States. This expansion is significant as it aligns with the rising demand for cloud services, which has become a critical component o...
Texas Democratic lawmakers are advocating for a drone-powered 'smart wall' to enhance border security instead of traditional physical barriers. Senator Judith Zaffirini emphasized that this strategy would integrate technology such as surveillance cameras, sensors, and drones to improve law enforceme...
Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) has achieved certification as a Yaskawa Motoman Endorsed Robotics Instructor Training (MERIT) center. This certification enables NTCC to provide training in YRC1000 Basic Programming and Basic Programming with Material Handling, enhancing educational opportun...
Terafab is currently under construction at two locations in Texas: a full-scale production complex at the Gibbons Creek Reservoir site in Grimes County and a smaller research fab at Tesla's Giga Texas North Campus in Austin. The production site is approximately 9.5 miles southeast of Anderson and 20...
Meta Platforms and BlackRock have established a joint venture to develop a significant AI-focused data center campus in El Paso, Texas, with an estimated cost of $14 billion. This facility will provide 1 gigawatt of computing capacity to enhance Meta's artificial intelligence infrastructure, with th...
In July, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) welcomed its first cohort of general surgery residents, who began their training with the da Vinci Surgical System. This innovative approach aims to equip new surgeons with skills comparable to those at leading institutions like Mayo Cli...
Saronic has announced plans to construct a new shipyard in Brownsville, Texas, with an investment exceeding $3 billion. This facility, named Port Alpha, will be capable of building crewed and uncrewed vessels up to 850 feet long, significantly expanding the company's current capabilities, which incl...
Maritime defense technology company Saronic has revealed plans to construct a $3 billion shipyard named Port Alpha in Brownsville, Texas. The facility aims to enhance U.S. shipbuilding capabilities for both defense and commercial vessels, with construction expected to commence later this year and op...
A new shipyard named Port Alpha is set to be established by a drone boat startup in Texas. This facility will have the capacity to manufacture ships measuring up to 1,200 feet in length. The development of Port Alpha is significant as it represents a major investment in maritime manufacturing capab...
Saronic, an Austin-based technology startup, has announced plans to construct a new shipyard in South Texas, with an estimated investment of $3.2 billion. This development comes shortly after the company's maritime drones were utilized by the US military in combat for the first time this week. The...
Texas A&M University's Department of Materials Science and Engineering has received a $2 million grant to establish the Aggie AI Foundry, a fully automated research lab. This innovative facility will utilize artificial intelligence and robotic arms to mix, melt, and test novel metal alloys, signific...
BETA Technologies and Metro Aviation successfully conducted an electric aircraft demonstration with Washington County Emergency Medical Services in Brenham, Texas. This flight aimed to explore the potential of electric aviation in enhancing emergency response capabilities in rural areas, specificall...
PlusAI has entered into a merger agreement with Texas Ventures Acquisition III Corp, a special purpose acquisition company, to go public. This deal values PlusAI, an autonomous trucking software company, at around $800 million prior to any new investments. The merger is significant as it could pote...
Tesla has officially launched its Cybercab at a private event in Austin, Texas, with 45 vehicles registered in the state. However, the event was notably low-key, lacking a livestream and featuring a limited guest list, primarily consisting of pro-Tesla influencers. Critics voiced their concerns abou...
Rishi Jangale and his team at Texas A&M University have developed RoboBall, a 1.8-meter-wide inflatable robot designed for lunar exploration. This innovative vehicle aims to navigate challenging terrains like the Shackleton Crater, which is 21 km wide and 4 km deep, to collect geological samples and...
PlusAI Inc. is set to become a publicly traded company through a merger with Texas Ventures Acquisition III Corp., a SPAC. This move comes after PlusAI achieved significant operational milestones, including the operation of autonomous freight routes in Texas and partnerships with major vehicle manuf...
Tesla is set to launch its Cybercab as part of its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, nearly two years after Elon Musk first introduced the concept. This stripped-down, camera-only vehicle aims to revolutionize Tesla's approach to autonomy, relying solely on cameras instead of multiple sensors used...
Bedrock Robotics Inc. has successfully deployed fully autonomous excavators on active infrastructure projects in Texas and Nevada. This initiative aims to tackle the construction industry's pressing labor shortages and safety concerns, particularly as over 40% of the workforce is expected to retire...
Amazon's Prime Air drone service recently delivered a package into a customer's pool in Texas, highlighting potential issues with delivery locations. As the service expands to 500 cities across the U.S., incidents of drones dropping packages into water bodies raise concerns about delivery accuracy a...
Drones and federal border surveillance resources are being deployed in Texas to combat the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that inflicts severe damage on warm-blooded animals. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has conducted over 1,000 drone surveillance flights since June 3, 2026, obser...
Terafab is set to establish at least 3,000 permanent jobs in Grimes County, Texas, with the site confirmed on August 6, 2026. However, as of now, no specific job postings for Terafab have been made available. Construction hiring precedes fab hiring, indicating that interested candidates should monit...
Engineers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a 3D-printable bio-material called JIBEs (Jammed Interconnected Bilayer Emulsions) that mimics the selective filtering capabilities of biological tissue. This innovative material can be produced rapidly and at scale, overcoming previous lim...
SpaceX has introduced the AI1 satellite, the inaugural component of its Starmind constellation, which stands 20 meters tall and has a wingspan of 70 meters. This orbital compute node is designed to deliver computing power equivalent to one NVIDIA GB300 server rack, utilizing a unique cooling system...
SpaceX's Starmind project, aimed at deploying up to 1 million AI satellites, was filed with the FCC on January 30, 2026. The initiative is designed to minimize reliance on external suppliers, with CEO Elon Musk stating that current chip production capabilities only meet 2% of the projected needs. Th...
Saronic has officially launched its first Mirage, a 52-foot Autonomous Surface Vessel (ASV), at its test facility in Galveston, Texas. This vessel joins the existing fleet of the 24-foot Corsair and 180-foot Marauder, marking a significant milestone in Saronic's production capabilities. The Mirage,...
Chevron has announced the launch of "Project Kilby," an initiative aimed at addressing the increasing energy demands associated with artificial intelligence technologies. This project comes in response to the rapid growth in energy consumption driven by AI advancements, highlighting the company's co...
Authorities in Harris County are investigating a recent incident involving a driver, Michael Butler, who reported using Tesla's partially automated driving systems at the time of the event. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and reliability of such technology. The investigation aims t...
Coherent Corp. has announced plans to expand its indium phosphide semiconductor manufacturing facility in Texas. This decision follows the signing of a significant agreement aimed at enhancing production capabilities to meet the growing demand for advanced semiconductor technologies. The expansion i...
Tesla Inc. is significantly trailing its competitors in the Texas robotaxi market, with only 69 vehicles in operation as of June 16, according to data from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and research from Bank of America. In contrast, Waymo leads with a fleet of 620, followed by AVRide with...
Coherent has officially commenced construction on an expanded manufacturing facility in Sherman, Texas, aimed at enhancing its production capabilities for lasers, optical components, and compound semiconductors essential for artificial intelligence technologies. The groundbreaking event took place t...
Texas has enacted Senate Bill 2807, which establishes stringent requirements for commercial autonomous vehicles, mandating Level 4 or 5 SAE automation. This legislation poses a significant challenge to Tesla's ambitions in the robotaxi sector, as the company currently lags behind competitors in the...
Tesla is advancing its production capabilities with the introduction of the Optimus Plant Cube, a new facility designed to enhance manufacturing efficiency. This initiative comes as the company compares production plans between its Fremont factory and the Giga Texas site, aiming to ramp up output fo...
Tesla has taken a significant step in the autonomous vehicle sector by registering 42 automated vehicles for its driverless Robotaxi service in Texas. This move, however, highlights the company's current position in the competitive landscape, as it lags behind Waymo, which has established a more ext...
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has implemented a counter-drone strategy in preparation for the upcoming World Cup. This initiative aims to safeguard high-profile sporting events and critical infrastructure from potential threats posed by drones, particularly those operated irresponsibly...
Flytrex, a drone food delivery company, is expanding its operations in Texas by establishing a new drone manufacturing and maintenance facility near Dallas. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to enhancing aerial food delivery services throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area...
Taco Bueno, a fast-food chain based in Texas, is set to enhance its service offerings by partnering with Zipline to introduce drone delivery for its Tex-Mex meals. This initiative marks Taco Bueno's entry into the expanding drone delivery sector, aiming to provide customers with a quicker and more e...
Tesla is progressing with the construction of a dedicated Optimus factory at its Giga Texas facility, with an ambitious goal of producing 10 million units annually. This new factory is part of Tesla's broader strategy to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and streamline production processes for...
Aurora has announced its intention to expand operations by introducing new routes connecting McLane distribution centers throughout the U.S. Sun Belt. This initiative is set to be completed by the end of 2026, reflecting the company's strategy to enhance its logistics network and improve service eff...
During its first quarter earnings call, the company announced a net income of $1.6 billion alongside a gross profit of $2.8 billion. This financial performance reflects the company's strong market position and effective operational strategies. The earnings call, held recently, provided insights into...
Tesla has announced plans to commence production of its Optimus robot in the second quarter of 2026, marking a significant shift from its traditional electric vehicle manufacturing at the Fremont plant. This transition is part of the company's broader strategy to embrace a robotics-first future, as...
Texas Instruments has announced the integration of its mmWave radar technology with NVIDIA's Jetson Thor platform, aiming to enhance robotic safety in real-world applications. This collaboration seeks to address the critical "last mile" challenge in AI deployment, where simulated environments often...
Texas Instruments, a leading American semiconductor company, has announced a collaboration with UBTECH Robotics to integrate Walker S2 humanoid robots into its production lines. This partnership signifies UBTECH's strategic entry into the high-precision semiconductor industry. The deployment of thes...
Recent drone footage from Giga Texas has captured extensive ground-clearing and utility work taking place on the east side of the campus. Site trackers indicate that these activities mark the initial preparations for the construction of the Optimus factory, which is projected to produce 10 million u...
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