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Amazon's Ring has launched two new security devices: the $250 Ring Drone Cam and the $1,000 Ring Rover Cam. The Ring Drone Cam is an indoor flying security camera that autonomously investigates suspicious activity and captures footage day and night. The Ring Rover Cam, repurposed from Amazon's Astro...
The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) is set to host the A3 Business Forum 2027 from January 18-20 in Orlando, Florida. This event will gather robotics and automation leaders to explore new business opportunities and address industry challenges. Participants will have the chance to forge val...
The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) is set to host the A3 Business Forum 2027 from January 18-20 in Orlando, Florida. This event will gather leaders in robotics and automation to discuss market dynamics and explore growth opportunities. The forum aims to address critical business challeng...
PepsiCo has announced plans to eliminate around 1,000 jobs across North America as part of a strategic turnaround effort. This decision comes in response to declining sales in its home market, where the North American beverage volume decreased by 2% and food volume remained flat during the third qua...
Axon has announced a significant $1.2 billion investment in Skydio, alongside securing exclusive distribution rights for Skydio drones to public safety agencies in the U.S. and Canada. This agreement enhances their existing partnership and integrates Skydio’s autonomous drone technology into Axon’s...
Vic Pellicano, the Founder and CEO of SkyPSI, is leading efforts to assist entrepreneurs and commercial cleaning operators in establishing successful drone-based businesses. His company focuses on leveraging drones and advanced technologies to enhance cleaning operations, which is becoming increasin...
Agility Robotics, Inc. has finalized its business combination with Churchill Capital Corp XI, marking a significant milestone in the humanoid robotics sector. This merger positions Agility as the only U.S. publicly listed pure-play humanoid robotics company with active commercial deployments, with s...
Mutembei Kariuki, along with co-founders Jude Mwenda and Stephanie Njerenga, established Fastagger to develop AI models tailored for Kenya's small businesses. Their flagship product, Auni, launched in 2024, integrates with M-Pesa, enabling around 6,000 businesses to analyze transaction data and rece...
Nakajima has launched innovative ice-making equipment designed specifically for robots and unmanned coffee shops in South Korea. This new product aims to enhance operational efficiency and service quality in automated environments, addressing the growing demand for robotic solutions in the food and...
A robot designed in the shape of a moth has successfully utilized an artificial circulatory system to transport chemical building blocks throughout its structure. This innovative approach allowed the robot to develop a light sensor specifically in areas exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. The signif...
The RoboBusiness 2026 event, held from October 20 to 21 in Santa Clara, California, attracted over 2,000 attendees focused on robotics advancements. Key highlights included keynote panels, the Women in Robotics lunch, and various informative sessions. Notable speakers included Rodney Brooks, Ken Gol...
Agility Robotics and Churchill Capital Corp XI have announced an expected gross capital raise of approximately $465 million in connection with their business combination, set to close on November 4, 2026, pending shareholder approval. This merger will position Agility as the only publicly listed pur...
Faraday Future has successfully completed the transfer of its robotics business to FF EAI Robotics Ecosystem Inc. (Nasdaq: FFR) as of October 23. This acquisition, valued at approximately $200 million in an all-stock deal, aims to provide a dedicated public platform for its robotics operations, enha...
Opus 5.5 has recently outperformed competitors such as GPT-6 Astra and Gemini 4 Argon in the RoboColiseum, marking a significant achievement in AI skills development. This event, which took place on the first trading day following the release of six national standards, saw Yushu Technology's stock r...
Recent research published in the Journal of Field Robotics explores the integration of acoustic and visual sensor fusion to improve robot localization in buried pipes. This innovative approach aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of robotic systems operating in challenging underground enviro...
Helion, a fusion startup, has received $175 million in federal funding to develop advanced semiconductors and power electronics for its fusion power plants. This funding aims to reduce electricity loss from 5% to 10%, potentially doubling the power output of its systems, according to CEO David Kirtl...
Deepu Talla, NVIDIA’s VP of robotics and edge AI, opened RoboBusiness 2025, while RoboBusiness 2026 concludes today. The second day features the 'State of Humanoids' panel at 9:30 a.m. PT, where industry leaders will discuss current humanoid capabilities, ongoing challenges, and insights from early...
Arrowfly has announced the rebranding of RoboBusiness, a prominent robotics industry event for two decades, to Robotics Summit & Expo West. This new conference and expo will focus on the design, deployment, and scaling of commercial robots and businesses, with the inaugural event scheduled for Octob...
Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (FFAI) is set to separate its robotics business into a new Nasdaq-listed company, FF EAI Robotics Ecosystem Inc. (FFR), through an all-stock deal valued at approximately $200 million. This strategic move aims to enhance the focus and growth of the robotics op...
Today marks the beginning of RoboBusiness 2026, celebrating its 20th anniversary at the Santa Clara Convention Center. The event features an opening keynote titled 'The Next 20 Years of Robotics,' where industry leaders will discuss past breakthroughs and future challenges in robotics. The signific...
Modern autonomous drones are increasingly utilizing sensor fusion, which combines cameras, LiDAR, positioning systems, and other sensors to enhance their environmental awareness. This technology allows drones to navigate complex and unpredictable environments such as construction sites and agricultu...
Toyota Material Handling Europe has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA and SoftServe that aims to reduce the commissioning time for autonomous solutions by up to 50%. This partnership leverages AI-powered simulation and digital twin technologies, creating a simulation-first foundation for the dev...
RoboBusiness 2026 is set to commence tomorrow at the Santa Clara Convention Center, gathering over 1,600 attendees for discussions on advanced research and industry trends across various sectors including manufacturing and healthcare. This year marks the 20th anniversary of RoboBusiness, celebrating...
On October 12, 2026, the China International Industrial Expo opened in Shanghai, highlighting industrial embodied intelligence. Junyue Robot unveiled its 'Beethoven' series of dexterous hands, featuring a palm vision solution exclusively provided by Ximing. The robot's hand, equipped with a palm ima...
At RoboBusiness 2026, scheduled for October 20-21 in Santa Clara, California, industry experts will discuss the role of robotics in reshoring production to the U.S. The panel will address how recent policies, including tariffs and FCC import restrictions, may influence manufacturers and robotics sup...
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...
Hello Robot and A&K Robotics will discuss the complexities of robot navigation in crowded indoor environments at RoboBusiness 2026. The session, titled 'Shared Spaces: Navigating Challenges for Indoor Robots,' will feature Aaron Edsinger and Matt Anderson, who will explore how robots can safely mane...
Agility Robotics, Inc. announced that its joint registration statement with Churchill Capital Corp XI was declared effective by the SEC on October 13, 2026. This marks a significant step towards the proposed business combination, which aims to create the only U.S. publicly listed pure-play humanoid...
For nearly a decade, artificial intelligence in logistics has operated behind screens, optimizing processes without direct interaction with physical items. The emergence of Physical AI changes this paradigm, enabling systems to perceive their environment through sensors and cameras, allowing robots...
A new approach to coverage path planning has been developed for orchard robot sprayers, focusing on slip-aware strategies. This method utilizes a turning feasibility table to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of spraying operations in orchards. The significance of this advancement lies in it...
Physicists at the University of Oxford have successfully recreated the Aharonov–Bohm effect using a hybrid quantum computer. This phenomenon allows a quantum particle to experience a change in its quantum phase due to a magnetic field it never directly interacts with, leading to the suppression of i...
Google announced the introduction of its Gemini AI into the agentic era during a Cloud event, launching a unified agent capable of performing tasks on behalf of users. This development signifies a shift from conversational AI to agents that can manage tasks such as scheduling and code generation. T...
Agile Robots, a German startup, is innovating in the field of industrial automation by training its robots through videos of humans performing various tasks. This approach aims to address the data shortage that has been a significant barrier to advancing automation technologies. The initiative is c...
Zhiyuan's data business is facing challenges as it operates at a rate of $20 per hour, which is insufficient to sustain the robotics industry. The company is exploring new avenues to enhance its offerings and address the growing demand for data in robotics. This situation highlights the broader iss...
Myca has successfully raised $1.3 million in pre-seed funding, led by Kriscore Capital and Eximius Ventures, with additional support from Indigram Labs Foundation and angel investors. The funds will be utilized to expand Myca's product offerings, grow its engineering team, and extend its reach acros...
At RoboBusiness 2026, Marcel Almonte from Harmonic Drive will lead a session on integrated drive actuator design. Scheduled for October 20 at 10:30 a.m. PT in Santa Clara, California, the session will explore the benefits of integrated actuators in reducing engineering complexity and enhancing syste...
Humanoid robots are increasingly being considered for warehousing applications, but users must evaluate their five-year total ownership costs, according to Jonathan Sp, co-founder of RobixOne. While the initial purchase price may seem manageable, the total cost of ownership often exceeds 1.6 times t...
Augmeta has successfully secured $3 million in seed funding, led by Depth Ventures, to develop AI Operators that enhance key performance indicators (KPIs) across businesses. These Operators work continuously to validate data, investigate changes, and identify opportunities, ensuring that KPIs are ac...
At RoboBusiness 2026, Eli Lilly's Faraz Yousuf and Purdue University's Dr. Anastasia Kouvaras Ostrowski will discuss their findings on human-robot interaction (HRI) in manufacturing. Their presentation will focus on the challenges of conducting HRI research in live production environments and the in...
Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (VPG) will showcase its custom force and torque sensing solutions for humanoid robotics at RoboBusiness 2026. As humanoid robots transition from research environments to practical applications in factories and homes, the need for precise real-time feedback is paramount f...
ForceN, a provider of force torque sensors, will showcase its technology at RoboBusiness 2026. CEO Robert Brooks will deliver a presentation titled 'A Crash Course in Force & Torque Sensing for Humanoids' on October 20, focusing on the importance of these sensors for humanoid robots in industrial ap...
Daedal Systems, a Toronto-based company, has raised $4.035 million to develop standardized plasma diagnostic systems for fusion reactors. This funding aims to streamline the measurement process, allowing fusion developers to obtain high-quality data without the need to create complex measurement har...
At RoboBusiness 2026, Kenrick Tjandra from Raise Robotics will present on leadership strategies for scaling field robotics. He emphasizes that the gap between current capabilities and customer needs is often a leadership issue rather than a hardware limitation. Raise Robotics, based in San Francisc...
A recent study by a Korean research team has achieved a breakthrough in 3D printing technology, specifically in the development of a pneumatic gripper capable of grasping eggs. Utilizing only 0.5 milliliters of resin, the team created a model that exhibits a remarkable elongation rate of over 600% a...
At RoboBusiness 2026, the 'State of Humanoids' keynote will gather leaders from Agility, Apptronik, Persona AI, and PSYONIC to discuss the current state of humanoid robotics. This session aims to provide insights into the practical applications of humanoids in various industrial sectors, moving beyo...
Researchers from UCLA and the University of Michigan have developed a small robot measuring 11 centimeters that utilizes twisted elastic rods to jump. This innovative design allows the robot to store energy through the twisting of the rods and release it suddenly, propelling the robot forward. Weigh...
Intel Corp. will address the infrastructure necessary for scaling physical AI at RoboBusiness 2026. Nagesh Puppala, general manager of physical AI and robotics at Intel, will present on October 20, focusing on the transition from AI models to real-world robotics systems. The session will highlight t...
On September 20, at the Shanghai West Bund Dream Center, QiYuan Robotics held a product launch themed 'My Personal Robot.' The event featured celebrities, tech bloggers, and industry partners, showcasing their Q1 and T1 models in various life scenarios. Despite the excitement, the parent company, Up...
The rapid advancement of physical artificial intelligence is leading to the increased use of autonomous and semi-autonomous robots across various sectors, including warehousing, logistics, mining, construction, and agriculture. As manufacturers prepare to launch humanoid robots, the industrial secto...
F-Prime Capital will present its annual State of Robotics Investments report at RoboBusiness 2026, scheduled for October 20-21 in Santa Clara, California. The report will detail the latest funding trends, emerging technology categories, and sectors attracting investor interest, following a significa...
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