What's new in robotics
Short updates on humanoids, home machines, and the companies shipping them.
Humanoids · Sep 24, 2026 · 2 min
Feather Robotics bets on a modular $30,000 humanoid for developers
The year-old startup sells configurable humanoid hardware that can run other companies’ robot AI models, and says it has passed $1 million in revenue.
Business · Sep 24, 2026 · 2 min
O-ID raises $1.2 million for modular humanoids built in Japan
The Tokyo startup’s robots use hot-swappable joints, limbs and compute units so worn parts can be replaced on the factory floor in minutes.
Factories · Sep 23, 2026 · 2 min
Persona AI makes its case for humanoids in Korean shipyards and steel mills
At Humanoid Summit Seoul, the Houston company laid out its work with HD Hyundai and Posco on welding and steel coil handling.
AI · Sep 22, 2026 · 2 min
Grok Bot passes 400,000 users
SpaceXAI’s Grok Bot had 418,000 users as of September 14, up 24% in a week, about a month after the mid-August launch.
Humanoids · Sep 22, 2026 · 2 min
XPENG’s Iron humanoid walks off its new production line
The EV maker says the robot walked itself off a line that is more than 80% automated, with mass production targeted for year-end and deliveries in 2027.
AI · Sep 21, 2026 · 2 min
Muse leads early consumer downloads
Meta’s Muse personal agent passed ChatGPT as the top free iOS app in the U.S. and logged more than 2.5 million downloads, CNBC reported.
Factories · Sep 21, 2026 · 2 min
Boston Dynamics opens Atlas training center at Hyundai’s Georgia Metaplant
The Robotics Metaplant Application Center trains Atlas on real car parts and is set to grow about tenfold when it moves to a new building next year.
Home · Sep 17, 2026 · 2 min
Figure’s Helix 2.5 does chores in 30 homes it had never seen
Pretrained on Figure’s Index dataset of human behavior, the model tidied rooms, folded towels and made beds with no data collected in the test homes.
Business · Sep 17, 2026 · 1 min
Watney raises $80 million for data center robots
The startup says its dexterous robots already run around the clock in U.S. data centers for some of the largest hyperscalers.
Business · Sep 17, 2026 · 2 min
D-Robotics closes $400 million Series C for robot chips and software
The Sunrise chipmaker says its S600 embodied AI processor has been adopted by more than 20 robot makers, including UBTECH, Fourier and Booster Robotics.
Humanoids · Sep 15, 2026 · 1 min
Unitree launches G1+ humanoid with a moving neck and more torque
The upgraded G1 adds two neck joints, stronger shoulder, waist and arm motors, new vision and audio hardware, and starts at RMB 95,000 in China.
AI · Sep 13, 2026 · 2 min
Grok Bot and Muse ship persistent agent computers
xAI and Meta both gave their agents a cloud computer that stays on. Forkast says the security models are not the same.
Business · Sep 10, 2026 · 2 min
Maven Robotics emerges with $100 million for industrial robots
The Santa Clara startup’s two-armed wheeled robots build mixed pallets for a consumer goods customer, and it plans to build 250 more.
Factories · Sep 2, 2026 · 2 min
Caterpillar Partners with FieldAI to Bring Physical AI to Jobsites and Factories
Cat’s operational data plus FieldAI’s robot-agnostic foundation models, with NVIDIA computing and Omniverse in the stack.
Humanoids · Sep 2, 2026 · 2 min
Beijing Opens a ‘Robot Kindergarten’ Where Humanoids Learn by Trial and Error
Tashan Technology and Turing Award winner Richard Sutton’s team opened a tactile-learning lab in Shijingshan on September 1.
Humanoids · Aug 27, 2026 · 1 min
Pollen Robotics Unveils Microduck, a $399 Desktop Biped for Physical AI
Pollen Robotics unveils Microduck, a 25 cm $399 biped for training physical AI, with pre-orders open and first deliveries targeted before Christmas 2026.
Factories · Jan 28, 2026 · 1 min
Humanoid Robots Deployed in Louisiana Steel Factory
Steel Collars Join Blue Collars as Louisiana launches groundbreaking humanoid robot pilot in active fabrication yard
Humanoids · Jan 21, 2026 · 1 min
Japanese Startup Donut Robotics Unveils Cinnamon 1 Humanoid Robot
Donut Robotics, a Japanese robotics startup founded in a home garage in 2014, has officially announced its entry into the humanoid robotics market with Cinnamon 1, a bipedal robot designed for customer service, retail security, and light industrial tasks.
Factories · Jan 21, 2026 · 1 min
Airbus Partners with Chinese Firm UBTech to Test Humanoid Robots in Aircraft Manufacturing
European aviation giant Airbus has entered into an agreement with Chinese robotics company UBTech Robotics. The deal will see Airbus introduce UBTech’s advanced humanoid robots, the Walker S2 model, into its manufacturing processes for testing and development.
Drones · Dec 22, 2025 · 1 min
FCC Halts Future of Foreign Drones in USA Citing Espionage Fears
In a definitive move, the Federal Communications Commission has barred all new foreign-made drones and their components from the U.S. market, transforming long-simmering security warnings into concrete policy.
Business · Dec 11, 2025 · 2 min
Your home humanoid robot is a weapon. It should be registered like one.
We’ve all seen the videos of a humanoid robot gently folding laundry or carrying groceries. This is the marketed ideal, a docile, mechanical domestic assistant. But this ignores a fundamental truth.
Business · Dec 4, 2025 · 2 min
Trump accelerates US humanoid robotics as China warns of a market bubble
The competition for global dominance in humanoid robotics is playing out as a Tortoise and the Hare scenario. China, the “Hare,” sped out of the gate with massive, subsidized scale, while the U.S., the “Tortoise,” is now ramping up efforts, seeking to leverage its deep…
Factories · Oct 31, 2025 · 1 min
Houston Texas Facility to Build AI “Brains” for Next-Gen Humanoid Robots
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has revealed that Foxconn’s new high-tech facility in Houston, Texas, will produce the advanced computing systems that power the next generation of humanoid robots and AI infrastructure.
Business · Oct 30, 2025 · 1 min
The Humanoid Robot as a Service (HRaaS) Model is Approaching
The recent pre-order launch of 1x’s NEO humanoid demonstrates a new level of dexterity for androids in home environments. This type of tele-operated robotics provide the foundation for a new service model, that we are calling (HRaas) Humanoid Robot as a Service, hiring a…
Drones · Oct 27, 2025 · 1 min
Shield AI Unveils XBAT the World’s First AI-Piloted VTOL Fighter Jet
Defense technology company Shield AI has publicly revealed the XBAT, a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter jet piloted entirely by artificial intelligence.
Humanoids · Oct 9, 2025 · 1 min
Has Tesla Optimus Met Its Match? Brett Adcock’s Figure 03 Blows It Out of the Park.
Figure has unveiled its Figure 03 general-purpose humanoid robot, targeting everyday household tasks.
Home · Aug 26, 2025 · 2 min
Win the White House AI Challenge with the affordable AR4 6-axis educational robot arm
Compete in the White House AI Challenge & President Trump’s national AI initiative. Discover why the Annin Robotics AR4 6DOF robot is the perfect platform for students to learn AI integration, computer vision, and automation skills aligned with America’s AI Action Plan.
Factories · Aug 20, 2025 · 1 min
Nvidia, Foxconn Target November to Showcase Humanoid Robots for Texas Plant
Nvidia’s deep collaboration with Foxconn is set to unleash a new generation of humanoid robots, with a flagship facility in Houston, Texas, serving as the living proof-of-concept.
Humanoids · Jun 6, 2025 · 1 min
Vietnam’s Vingroup Debuts First Humanoid Robot, Eyes Global Tech Race
Vietnam has taken a bold leap into advanced robotics with the unveiling of its first domestically developed humanoid robot, VinMotion, by conglomerate Vingroup.
Business · Jun 4, 2025 · 1 min
The VR Graveyard: A Warning Sign for Humanoid Robots
The virtual reality industry was once hailed as the future of computing—until the bodies started piling up. As the humanoid robotics market heats up with promises of “the next big thing,” VR’s catastrophic failures offer a sobering preview of what may come.
Home · May 12, 2025 · 1 min
Why Home Humanoids Need to Pass the 3 AM Test (And Why Most Are Failing)
Discover why home robots must pass the 3 AM test to succeed, how Cartwheel’s friendly Yogi prototype leads the way, and why vintage robot design still wins hearts in the AI era.
Factories · May 8, 2025 · 1 min
How Persona AI & HD Hyundai Are Bringing Shipbuilding Home – Just in Time for America’s 250th Birthday
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026, a Texas robotics company, backed by NASA veterans and a global shipbuilding giant – is racing to revive U.S. industrial dominance. Here’s how humanoid welders could help rewrite the next chapter of American…
Humanoids · May 6, 2025 · 1 min
Why Persona AI Stands Among the Most Promising Humanoid Robotics Companies
For seven years, I’ve helped drive market penetration for robotic solutions in construction, an industry notorious for resisting technological change, with adoptions by Fortune 500 companies like Builders FirstSource and global leaders like Bunnings.
Home · Apr 16, 2025 · 1 min
Why Humanoid Robots Will Fail in Homes (For Now) – And Where They’ll Succeed First
The race to put humanoid robots in homes is heating up, with companies like 1X, Figure, and Tesla betting big on consumer adoption as early as 2025.
AI · Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min
NVIDIA to Manufacture American-Made AI Supercomputers in the U.S. for the First Time
NVIDIA has announced plans to manufacture AI supercomputers entirely in the United States for the first time in the company’s history.
Business · Mar 28, 2025 · 1 min
America must build American—and buy American Humanoids
Americans should buy American humanoids. Likewise, China should buy Chinese humanoids.
Business · Mar 28, 2025 · 1 min
American Humanoid Robotics Sector Urges National Policy and Central Office to Challenge China’s Humanoid Advancements
American robotics companies are advocating for a national strategy to enhance the industry, proposing the establishment of a federal office dedicated to its promotion, especially as China prioritizes humanoid robots.
Business · Mar 26, 2025 · 1 min
Boosting Tech’s Future: U.S. Executive Order to Revitalize Domestic Mineral Production
In a bold move aimed at reinforcing national security and fostering economic independence, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025, to significantly enhance the domestic production of critical minerals in the United States.
Home · Mar 21, 2025 · 1 min
Bots n’ Beans: The Coffee House of the Future with a Retail Twist
Welcome to Bots n’ Beans, where the inviting atmosphere of coffee culture merges with robotics technology.
Business · Mar 21, 2025 · 1 min
Elon Musk’s X Secures Nearly $1 Billion in Equity Funding
Elon Musk’s social media platform X has successfully raised almost $1 billion in new equity funding, bringing its valuation back in line with the $44 billion enterprise value at which Musk took the company private in 2022.
Factories · Mar 15, 2025 · 1 min
Brett Adcock Unveils BotQ: An In-House Manufacturing Facility for Figure Humanoid Robots
In a major leap for robotic manufacturing, Brett Adcock, founder of Figure, announced the opening of BotQ, the company’s state-of-the-art high-volume manufacturing facility designed specifically for humanoid robots.
AI · Mar 14, 2025 · 1 min
China unveils Zuchongzhi-3 quantum supercomputer claimed to be one quadrillion times faster than the world’s most powerful supercomputer
China has unveiled the Zuchongzhi-3, a 105-qubit superconducting quantum processor said to be 10¹⁵ times faster than the top classical supercomputer.
Factories · Feb 26, 2025 · 1 min
Figure Integrates Humanoid Robots to Accelerate Real-World Logistics
Figure’s mission centers on integrating humanoid robots into the workforce, focusing on logistics package manipulation as a primary application.
AI · Feb 20, 2025 · 3 min
Brett Adcock Presents Helix: Figure’s New AI for the Next Generation of Humanoid Robotics
In an exciting announcement on LinkedIn today, Brett Adcock, the CEO of Figure, unveiled Helix, a new AI designed to think and act like a human. This AI marks a step forward in humanoid robotics, which is looking to integrate humanoid robots into everyday home environments.…
Humanoids · Feb 16, 2025 · 2 min
Robint Robotics Presents Master Yoda Humanoid Robot
Chinese technology innovator Robint Robotics is set to unleash its humanoid robot, Master Yoda.
Business · Feb 15, 2025 · 1 min
Figure AI Humanoid Robot Eyes $39.5B Valuation with $1.5B Funding Round
Humanoid robot developer Figure is reportedly in talks to raise $1.5 billion from investors, potentially valuing the company at $39.5 billion.
Factories · Feb 13, 2025 · 1 min
Figure’s New Robot/AI Campus Set to Open
Brett Adcock, CEO of Figure, has announced that the company’s new Robot/AI Campus will be opening in a few weeks. According to Adcock, the new campus will allow Figure to greatly expand its manufacturing capabilities, robot test areas, fleet operations, and engineering/design…
AI · Feb 11, 2025 · 1 min
Groq Secures $1.5 Billion Commitment from Saudi Arabia to Expand AI Inference Infrastructure
Groq, a Silicon Valley AI pioneer, has received a $1.5 billion commitment from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to enhance its advanced LPU-based AI inference infrastructure.
Humanoids · Feb 10, 2025 · 1 min
EngineAI Unveils New Website and Teases New Humanoid Product Releases
Engine AI, known for its lifelike walking humanoid robots, has launched a new website, hinting at new products set to release in the robotics landscape.
Factories · Feb 7, 2025 · 2 min
Dstl Partners with Tomahawk to Revolutionize Explosive Ordnance Disposal Using AI
In an initiative to enhance safety in bomb disposal operations, Dstl has collaborated with industry leaders such as L3Harris Technologies, Marlborough Communications Limited, and AeroVironment’s Tomahawk for the UK Ministry of Defence.
Business · Feb 6, 2025 · 1 min
Google Drops AI Pledge Not to Use Tech for Weapons or Surveillance
Google has removed its previous commitment not to use artificial intelligence (AI) for weapons or surveillance, revising its AI principles to prioritize serving government and national security clients.
Humanoids · Feb 4, 2025 · 1 min
Figure CEO Brett Adcock Announces Split with OpenAI, Promises Major AI Breakthrough
Brett Adcock, CEO of Figure, revealed that the company has chosen to terminate its collaboration agreement with OpenAI. This decision marks a pivot for Figure as they prepare to showcase a key advancement in robotic artificial intelligence.
Factories · Jan 30, 2025 · 2 min
Figure Announces Its Second Client in the Commercial Sector for Humanoids
Brett Adcock, CEO of Figure, announced today that the company has secured its second commercial customer, marking a pivotal moment in its journey toward large-scale deployment of humanoid robots.
Humanoids · Jan 30, 2025 · 1 min
Elon Musk Unveils Tesla Optimus Humanoid Roadmap
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has outlined the company’s ambitious plans for the future of transportation and robotics.
AI · Jan 26, 2025 · 2 min
China’s DeepSeek AI Model Shakes Tech World
In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the tech world, China has unveiled a new AI model, DeepSeek R1, which has emerged as a direct rival to the United States’ Open AI.
AI · Jan 26, 2025 · 1 min
Trump’s $500 Billion AI Initiative Faces New Threat from China’s DeepSeek
President Trump recently announced a substantial $500 billion AI infrastructure project, coinciding with the unveiling of China’s new AI model, DeepSeek R1.
Humanoids · Jan 22, 2025 · 1 min
UBTECH Unveils Groundbreaking Humanoid Robot Tien Kung at BETT
UBTECH made a splash at BETT with the international debut of its advanced humanoid robot, Tien Kung, the world’s first full-size pure electric drive robot capable of walking and running like a human.
Business · Jan 21, 2025 · 1 min
Trump Announces $500 Billion AI Venture ‘Stargate’ with OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle
President Trump is set to unveil a joint venture, Stargate, aimed at enhancing the United States’ artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Factories · Jan 18, 2025 · 1 min
Meet Ascento: Your New Autonomous Security Partner
Ascento is transforming asset protection with its all-terrain robot, designed to enhance security and reduce costs.
Factories · Jan 16, 2025 · 1 min
Chinese robotics company unveils a robotic dog capable of sprinting 100 meters in under 10 seconds
Chinese robotics company Miror Me has unveiled the Black Panther 2.0, a robotic dog capable of sprinting 100 meters in under 10 seconds.
Factories · Jan 15, 2025 · 1 min
Foxconn Partners with UBTech Robotics to Integrate Humanoid Robots in iPhone Manufacturing
Shenzhen-based UBTech Robotics, China’s largest humanoid robot manufacturer, will partner with Apple supplier Foxconn to deploy robots in factories to assist with complex manufacturing tasks, including the assembly of iPhones.
Drones · Jan 14, 2025 · 1 min
DJI Updates GEO System in U.S. Consumer & Enterprise Drones
DJI, the leading manufacturer of civil drones and creative camera technology, has announced a major update to its geofencing system, set to take effect in the United States on January 13, 2024.
Factories · Jan 12, 2025 · 1 min
Meet Iron: XPENG’s 5’8″ Humanoid Robot Advancing Factory Work
Chinese electric vehicle maker XPENG has unveiled its first humanoid robot, Iron, at its AI Technology Day event.
CES · Jan 10, 2025 · 2 min
RadioShack’s Revival: From Bankruptcy to Brand Rebirth
In the 20th century, RadioShack was as ubiquitous as Blockbuster Video, with seemingly every town having its own location. However, the 21st century hasn’t been as kind to the iconic brick-and-mortar electronics retailer.
CES · Jan 8, 2025 · 1 min
NVIDIA Unveils Omniverse Upgrades, Cosmos Foundation Model, and AI digital twins
Discover how NVIDIA is transforming digital experiences with exciting Omniverse upgrades and the launch of its innovative Cosmos foundation model at CES 2025.
CES · Jan 8, 2025 · 1 min
China’s Unitree Robotics shows off affordable humanoid robot dog at CES 2025
Unitree’s G1 humanoid robot, a versatile and affordable household assistant showcased at CES 2025, designed for everyday tasks and powered by advanced robotics technology.
CES · Jan 8, 2025 · 1 min
XPENG Announces Modular ‘Flying Car’ Aero HT at CES 2025
XPENG unveils Aero eVTOL, a modular flying car for urban transport with user-friendly controls and mass production in 2026.
CES · Jan 8, 2025 · 1 min
Beatbot AquaSense Series: Robotic Pool Cleaners
The Beatbot AquaSense series features three robotic pool cleaners designed to cater to varying needs and budgets.
CES · Jan 7, 2025 · 1 min
Say Hello to Mirumi: The Affordable $70 Wearable Robot with Sloth Vibes
At CES 2025, Ukai Engineering introduced Mirumi, a unique and whimsical wearable robot. Resembling an adorable sloth-like creature, Mirumi serves as a playful accessory designed to bring a touch of joy to everyday life. This gadget can easily clip onto users, adding a…
CES · Jan 7, 2025 · 1 min
Roborock Unveils Saros Z70 Robotic Vacuum with Foldable Arm
Roborock has unveiled the Saros Z70, a groundbreaking hybrid robotic vacuum and mop featuring a unique foldable arm designed to pick up small objects like stray socks.
CES · Jan 7, 2025 · 1 min
Nvidia Unveils Groundbreaking Graphics and AI Innovations
Nvidia is making waves at CES 2025, showcasing its groundbreaking GeForce RTX 50 Series, boasting an impressive 92 billion transistors and AI capabilities three times greater than its predecessor, the Ada series. The new Blackwell architecture promises enhanced graphics…
Business · Jan 7, 2025 · 1 min
Trump and Hussain Sajwani Announce $20 Billion Investment in U.S. Data Centers
In an important economic announcement, Hussain Sajwani, the chairman of DAMAC Properties, revealed plans to invest $20 billion in the United States, a move developed in partnership with President Donald Trump. The announcement came during a press conference where Sajwani…
Business · Dec 16, 2024 · 1 min
Trump and SoftBank CEO Announce Landmark $100 Billion Investment in Tech and AI
President-elect Donald Trump and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son unveiled a massive $100 billion investment in the United States on Monday, which is intended at generating at least 100,000 new jobs. The announcement came after a productive meeting between the two leaders at…
Factories · Dec 12, 2024 · 1 min
Chinese Startup MagicLab Launches Collaborative Humanoid Robots for Factory Job Training
MagicLab, a Chinese robotics startup founded in December 2023, has introduced its collaborative robot, MagicBot, designed to enhance factory operations. MagicBot showcases a range of capabilities including product inspection, material handling, parts picking, and warehousing…
Home · Dec 10, 2024 · 1 min
Is the AR4 the most popular miniature robot arm in the world?
The AR4 has taken the robotics community by storm! In our interview with Chris Annin of Annin Robotics, he shares the global interest surrounding the AR4, which has already garnered millions of views online and captured the attention of robotics enthusiasts worldwide.…
Humanoids · Dec 9, 2024 · 1 min
Tesla Optimus Can Now Walk Downhill
Optimus can now walk on highly variable ground using neural nets to control its electric limbs.
Home · Dec 6, 2024 · 1 min
AR4 Robot and Ancient Structures in France’s Stalagmite-Laden Caves
The AR4 robotic arm by Chris Annin of Annin Robotics was recently deployed in Bruniquel Cave, France, where ancient structures crafted from stalagmites have been uncovered. These mysterious stone circles, believed to be built by early humans who came before us, demonstrate…
Humanoids · Dec 2, 2024 · 1 min
Tesla’s Optimus: A More Human-Like Form
The final version of the Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, is expected to feature a more human-like appearance with fewer visible actuators. Elon Musk has discussed ambitions for Optimus to embody a design that resembles the human form more closely, along with enhanced…
Humanoids · Nov 22, 2024 · 1 min
Elon Musk’s Tesla Bot Action Figure Sells Out in 24 Hours
Elon Musk and Tesla have released a 7-inch action figure based on the highly anticipated humanoid robot. The $40 Tesla Bot Action Figure launched for sale on Saturday, quickly selling out within less than 24 hours. Tesla describes the toy as “Your mini autonomous assistant…