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Euronewsai10 hrs ago
Robotics firm tests humanoid robots in Ukraine, plans weaponization trials in 2027
A U.S. company has tested its Phantom humanoid robots in Ukraine and expects to begin weaponization testing next year. The robots are designed for precision tasks that minimize civilian harm and infrastructure damage.
Semaforworld18 hrs ago
Hyundai Workers in South Korea Begin Partial Strike Over Humanoid Robots
Workers at Hyundai began a partial strike this week after the company announced plans to deploy humanoid robots on factory floors. Negotiations are also stalled on wages and performance bonuses. The action is the first such stoppage in the auto industry tied to humanoids.
forbes.compolitics2 days ago
1X Executive Says Wired Article Shifted Focus to Sexualization of Humanoid Robot
A vice president at the robotics startup 1X said the magazine turned an exclusive on the company's new robot hands into coverage about sexualizing robotics. The executive stated he felt betrayed by the framing and regretted granting the exclusive.
nypost.comworld4 days ago
Humanoid Robots Perform Two Gallbladder Surgeries on Live Pigs
Modified Unitree G1 robots carried out the procedures at the University of California San Diego. Results were published in Nature on July 8, 2026, with all operations remotely controlled by trained surgeons.
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newatlas.comworld5 days ago
Humanoid Robots Perform Gallbladder Removal on Live Pig
Two off-the-shelf humanoid robots completed a laparoscopic cholecystectomy on a live pig while teleoperated by human surgeons. The procedure marks the first reported use of general-purpose humanoid robots for live surgery.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld6 days ago
Humanoid Robots Robert and Matilda Hold Symbolic Wedding in Moscow
Two humanoid robots identified as Robert and Matilda took part in a symbolic wedding ceremony at the Pushkin Library. The event in Russia declared them robot spouses after they pledged their love. @Independent reported the details of the ceremony.
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cnbc.comtechnology10 days ago
Agility Robotics to Go Public via SPAC Merger Valued at $2.5 Billion
Agility Robotics plans to merge with Churchill Capital Corp XI in a deal expected to raise more than $620 million. The transaction would make it the first pure-play humanoid robotics company to trade publicly. Completion is slated for later this year pending approvals.
Fortunetechnology10 days ago
Humanoid robot delivers match ball at World Cup halftime
A five-foot humanoid robot named Atlas walked onto the pitch at New York/New Jersey Stadium during the Brazil versus Norway Round of 16 match and handed the ball to the referee. The appearance marked the first time a robot performed the task at a FIFA World Cup match.
The Independentworld15 days ago
China's First Humanoid-Robot Training Facility Opens in Hangzhou
The Hangzhou Robot School in Zhejiang Province began operations as China's first dedicated humanoid robotics institution. It offers four programmes focused on technical, nursing, arts, and sports skills. Footage shows the robots performing table tennis, piano practice, and basket…
Wiredtechnology17 days ago
Swiss Startup Trains Humanoid Robot in Simulation to Retrieve Parcel Using Stairs and Elevator
Wired reported that Swiss startup Flexion Robotics developed an AI system to train humanoid robots for tasks like retrieving parcels and navigating offices. The approach relies on simulation and reinforcement learning rather than teleoperation.
Engadgettechnology21 days ago
Faraday Future begins selling humanoid robot for $89,900 alongside cheaper quadruped model
The company unveiled pricing and models for its robotics products after reporting sales of more than 15 cars. It expects to ship over 100 units in June 2026.
business22 days ago
Agility Robotics to Merge with Churchill Capital in $2.5 Billion Deal
Agility Robotics will merge with Churchill Capital Corp XI in a deal valuing the humanoid robot maker at $2.5 billion. The transaction is expected to generate more than $600 million in proceeds and close in late 2026.
manilatimes.netfinance22 days ago
Morgan Stanley Raises China Humanoid Robot Shipment Forecast to 50,000 Units
Morgan Stanley doubled its 2026 forecast for China's humanoid robot shipments to 50,000 units. The bank now projects the market will reach $2 billion this year and $15 billion by 2030.
Fox Newstechnology24 days ago
NVIDIA Introduces Halos Safety System for Industrial Robots
NVIDIA introduced a full-stack safety platform for robotics and physical AI. Agility becomes the first company to integrate the system into its Digit humanoid robot.
kdnuggets.comworld25 days ago
Tutor Intelligence Trains 100 Humanoid Robots but Has Not Yet Shipped Any to Customers
@Forbes reported that Tutor Intelligence operates DF1, the largest robot data-collection facility in the United States, where about 100 humanoid robots named Sonny learn tasks through repeated trials.
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Japan Timesai27 days ago
Humanoid Robots Perform Narrow Tasks at Trade Shows While General-Purpose Use Remains Distant
At industry events this spring, builders said most humanoids remain teleoperated or limited to single chores despite marketing claims of broader capability.
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Indian Workers Film Household Chores to Train AI Robots
Thousands of workers in India are recording everyday tasks to help develop AI-powered humanoid robots for future household work. Some earn just over two dollars per hour of video.
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French Startup Unveils Non-Humanoid Robot Designed for Practical Tasks
Genesis AI introduced Eno, a wheeled robot without a head or legs that folds for storage. The design departs from conventional humanoid forms while retaining functional capabilities for various uses.
flipboard.comai29 days ago
Genesis AI Unveils Eno Humanoid Robot at San Francisco Event
Genesis AI introduced its Eno humanoid robot this week. The company presented the machine as a potential consumer product for household tasks.
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nypost.comfinance32 days ago
Humanoid Robot Fires Mortar in Las Vegas Test Funded by U.S. Military Grants
Foundation Future Industries demonstrated its Phantom MK1 robot operating a mobile light mortar system during a live-fire exercise in Las Vegas, Nevada. The San Francisco company has received more than $73 million in U.S. military grants and contracts for the project.
Japan Timesai33 days ago
Ping-Pong Competition Added to 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games
The Hitch Open Ping-Pong Embodied AI Challenge has been selected as an official event at the Second World Humanoid Robot Games. The competition will take place in August 2026 at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing.
fortune.comfinance37 days ago
Chinese Humanoid Robot Makers Report Thousands of Orders but Face Bubble Warnings and Limited Real-World Use
Startups in China have received orders from government and private buyers for robots priced between $26,600 and $99,000. Shipments are projected to rise sharply in 2026.
cnbc.combusiness37 days ago
U.S. military tests humanoid robots for support roles
Start-up Foundation Robotics is developing a humanoid robot called Phantom for potential military use. Current models handle basic tasks while future versions may carry weapons. Testing is underway with U.S. and Ukrainian forces.
koreatimes.co.krworld38 days ago
Nvidia and LG Group Partner on Humanoid Robots and Data Centers
Nvidia and LG Group are collaborating on motor technology, mechanical systems, and data center architecture. The partnership focuses on humanoid robotics and future computing infrastructure.
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Fortunefinance40 days ago
Chinese Firms Ship Over 13,000 Humanoid Robots in 2025
Chinese manufacturers accounted for about 85 percent of global humanoid robot shipments last year. Domestic output is projected to exceed 28,000 units in 2026.
nypost.comworld40 days ago
Humanoid robot kicks child during China robotics demonstration
A 70-pound humanoid robot struck a child in the stomach while performing martial arts moves at a tourist site in Xinjiang. The child was not seriously injured. The cause of the kick remains unclear.
nypost.comworld40 days ago
Booster T1 Humanoid Robot Shows Advanced Soccer Skills Ahead of RoboCup, Denting Wall with Powerful Kick
A Beijing robotics firm released video of its four-foot-tall Booster T1 robot performing penalty kicks in a lab. One strike left a visible dent in a wall and another sent a camera flying.
nbcnews.comworld40 days ago
Humanoid Robot Kicks Child During Martial Arts Show in Northwest China
A Unitree G1 robot struck a boy in the abdomen during a performance at a Xinjiang tourist site. The child was not seriously injured. Local media reported the incident occurred last week.
medium.comai44 days ago
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son Predicts Humanoid Robotics Will Be Next Trillion-Dollar Industry
Masayoshi Son said physical AI underpins both humanoid and industrial robotics. He described the current AI wave as 50 times larger than the dot-com boom.
Forbesfinance45 days ago
Humanoid Robots and Human Models Walk Runway Together at Seoul Fashion Event
Galaxy Corporation staged the MACH33: Physical AI Fashion Show on May 28 at its new 180,000-square-foot Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, pairing humanoid robots and human models in coordinated outfits.
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interestingengineering.comai45 days ago
Nvidia and Unitree Release Joint Humanoid Robot Platform for Research Labs
Nvidia selected Chinese startup Unitree to supply the first humanoid robot the chipmaker will sell to research institutions. Sales of the integrated system are scheduled to begin later in 2026.
Cnbctechnology47 days ago
Foundation Future Industries plans humanoid robots for military use
The San Francisco robotics firm aims to begin U.S. military testing within 18 months and scale production to thousands of units this year. Early Phantom MK-1 units have undergone logistics trials in Ukraine.
Japan Timesworld48 days ago
Humanoids Summit in Tokyo discusses robots as labor gap solution
The two-day Humanoids Summit in Tokyo concluded on Friday with discussions on using humanoid robots to address workforce shortages. Speakers cited declining birth rates in Japan, the United States, and globally as a driver of investment in robotics.
bbc.co.uktechnology48 days ago
BMW to Deploy Humanoid Robots at European Car Plant
BMW plans to introduce two humanoid robots at its Leipzig factory this summer. The robots will perform parts-feeding and battery-assembly tasks. The company has previously tested similar robots at a U.S. plant.
koreatimes.co.krworld55 days ago
Humanoid robots dressed as monks lead Seoul parade
Humanoid robots dressed as Buddhist monks led a parade in Seoul as part of the annual Lotus Lantern Festival celebrating the Buddha's birthday. The event featured the robots walking alongside traditional participants.
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aircargoweek.comai55 days ago
China Expands Training Programs for Humanoid Robots
Chinese centers are teaching humanoid robots factory and service tasks through repeated human-guided motions. The effort forms part of a national plan to lead in robotics manufacturing and deployment through 2030.
fastcompany.comworld56 days ago
ABC News examines humanoid robots made in China and U.S. national security questions
ABC News reported on the production of humanoid robots in China and presented expert views on potential national security implications for the United States. The segment examined manufacturing trends and security considerations without detailing specific incidents or policy actio…
medium.comai58 days ago
Elon Musk Discusses Digital Intelligence and Humanoid Robots at Forbes Event
Elon Musk spoke about expected advances in digital intelligence and humanoid robots during a virtual appearance at the Forbes Innovator 250 Celebration. Forbes Chief Content Officer Randall Lane asked about technological developments over the next five years.
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forbes.comfinance58 days ago
Rivian Founder Launches MIND Robotics to Develop Humanoid Robots
Rivian Automotive founder RJ Scaringe has started MIND Robotics to improve how humanoid robots integrate into manufacturing. The new company focuses on factory environments, data systems, and safety measures for robot deployment.
finance58 days ago
Figure AI Intern Outperforms Humanoid Robot in Package-Sorting Contest
A Figure AI intern sorted 192 more packages than one of the company's humanoid robots during a 10-hour contest at the firm's San Jose headquarters. The intern averaged 2.79 seconds per package while the robot averaged 2.83 seconds.
Nbc Newsai61 days ago
Chinese Companies Demonstrate Advances in Humanoid Robotics
A Beijing robotics firm showed NBC News a bionic face prototype with artificial skin and hair. Chinese robots completed a half-marathon this year with the winner finishing in just over 50 minutes. Unitree Robotics unveiled a nearly 9-foot-tall humanoid robot capable of carrying a…
ai61 days ago
Figure AI Humanoid Robots Complete 50 Hours of Continuous Package Sorting
Figure AI achieved a milestone in autonomous robotics when its humanoid robots sorted packages continuously for around 50 hours without human intervention. CEO Brett Adcock described the feat as evidence of the machines' growing ability to handle everyday industrial tasks. The de…
Nbc Newstechnology62 days ago
China Advances Humanoid Robotics Development as National Priority
A Beijing-based company demonstrated a bionic face prototype with artificial skin and hair to NBC News. Chinese firms showed improved robot performance in a marathon and a state television gala compared with the previous year. Unitree Robotics unveiled a nearly 9-foot-tall humano…
abcnews.go.comai62 days ago
U.S. and China Hold Summit as Robotics Development Advances in Beijing
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are holding a summit in Beijing. ABC News anchor David Muir visited an artificial intelligence developer conference in China where he observed Unitree's G1 humanoid robot named Oli. The robot demonstrated capabilities includ…
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automotiveworld.comworld63 days ago
Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Discusses Robotics Development and Middle East Operations
Euisun Chung said the company is developing robotics technology with attention to balancing hardware and software while integrating robots with employees. The comments came after the company's labor union raised concerns about potential job losses from humanoid robots. Chung also…
Fortuneai64 days ago
South Korean Hotel Worker Trains Robot to Fold Banquet Napkins
A worker at a five-star hotel in Seoul is having his movements recorded with body cameras to build a database for training robots. The South Korean government announced a $33 million project last month to capture skilled workers' expertise for AI-powered manufacturing. Companies…
Abc Newsai65 days agoUpdated
South Korean Startup Uses Worker Motion Data to Train AI for Humanoid Robots
A South Korean startup is recording skilled workers at a five-star hotel, logistics company and convenience stores using body cameras to build a database of human movements. The data will train AI systems for robots designed to perform tasks in factories and potentially homes.
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South China Morning Postworld65 days ago
Unitree Robotics Releases GD01, a 500kg Transformable Bipedal/Four-Legged Manned Robot
Hangzhou-based Unitree Robotics on Tuesday unveiled the GD01, a 500kg high-strength alloy machine capable of switching between bipedal and four-legged modes. The robot, priced from 3.9 million yuan, is described by the company as the world’s first mass-produced transformable mech…
koreatimes.co.krworld65 days ago
Japanese Filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda to Visit South Korea Next Month
Hirokazu Kore-eda will travel to South Korea on June 4-5 to promote his film "Sheep in the Box," according to its distributor Media Castle. The movie, which features a couple who adopt a humanoid robot resembling their deceased son, is one of 22 films competing at this year's Can…
finance65 days ago
Tesla Produces Final Model S and Model X Vehicles
Tesla has ended production of its Model S sedan and Model X SUV at the Fremont, California factory. The company announced the final units were completed after 14 years of Model S production and 11 years of Model X output. The move shifts the company's manufacturing focus toward i…
livemint.comworld65 days ago
Orbbec CEO Howard Huang Targets 3D Vision Sensors for Humanoid Robots
Howard Huang, founder of Shenzhen-based Orbbec, aims to supply advanced 3D vision sensors to humanoid robot makers worldwide. The company, which reported its first profit in 2025, supplies sensors used in the World Humanoid Robot Games held in Beijing in August 2025. Orbbec has a…
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medium.comai68 days ago
Figure AI Robots Make Bed in Under Two Minutes
Figure AI released a video showing two of its humanoid robots autonomously cleaning a room and making a bed. The robots coordinated through visual cues such as head nods without any explicit messaging. The company is developing general-purpose humanoids and faces competition from…
Fox Newstechnology70 days ago
Humanoid Robot Ordained as Buddhist Monk at Seoul Temple
A $13,500 Unitree G1 humanoid robot named Gabi was officially ordained as a Buddhist monk during a ceremony at Seoul’s Jogyesa Temple. The robot, dressed in traditional robes, pledged devotion to the Buddha and took reprogrammed vows adapted for artificial intelligence. The Jogye…
thehindu.comworld71 days ago
Japan Airlines to Trial Chinese Humanoid Robots for Aircraft Towing and Cabin Cleaning at Haneda
Japan Airlines will launch a two-year trial of humanoid robots for ground-handling tasks at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. The trial runs from May 2026 through 2028 in partnership with GMO AI & Robotics and uses models from Unitree and UBTech. @SCMPNews reported the announcement made la…
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New Scientistscience72 days ago
Honor Humanoid Robot Finishes 21.1 km Half-Marathon Course in Over 50 Minutes at Beijing Event
A robot developed by Chinese company Honor completed a half-marathon faster than the men's record time during the 2026 Beijing E-Town event. Another robot from Unitree approached the men's 100-meter sprint record this month. Advances in components and technology have driven rapid…
The Japan Timestechnology73 days ago
Japanese Researchers Launch AI-Powered Robots for Wet-Lab Medical Experiments
Researchers in Japan have initiated an effort to use AI-powered robots for conducting complex wet-lab experiments in medical research. A Maholo humanoid robot demonstrated tasks at the newly opened Robotics Innovation Center at the Institute of Science Tokyo. This development aim…
japantimes.co.jpfinance73 days ago
Japan Airlines to Trial Humanoid Robots for Baggage and Cleaning at Haneda Airport
Japan Airlines plans to test humanoid robots for baggage handling and aircraft cleaning starting in May at Tokyo's Haneda Airport. The initiative addresses workforce shortages amid rising tourist numbers. The trial reflects efforts to adapt to labor and demand pressures in aviati…
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abcnews.go.comworld74 days ago
Honor's D1 Robot Wins Beijing Half-Marathon, Leveraging Smartphone Cooling Technology
Honor's humanoid robot D1 triumphed in Beijing's recent robot half-marathon, surpassing established competitors like Unitree. The victory highlights how China's smartphone supply chain is adapting cooling and structural expertise to support the growing humanoid robotics sector. S…
techjuice.pkai75 days ago
Meta Acquires Assured Robot Intelligence
Meta has acquired Assured Robot Intelligence, a San Diego-based startup focused on AI for humanoid robots. The acquisition integrates ARI's team into Meta to optimize models for robotics applications. This move supports Meta's ongoing expansion in robotics within its Reality Labs…
japantimes.co.jpworld77 days agoUpdated
Japan Airlines Launches Humanoid Robot Trial for Baggage Handling at Haneda Airport
Japan Airlines has started trialing Chinese-made humanoid robots at Tokyo's Haneda Airport to handle baggage and clean aircraft cabins. The initiative addresses Japan's labor shortages amid an aging population and rising tourism. The trial, which began at the start of May, is set…
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