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Japan TimesHumanoids 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.ukBMW 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.
naturalnews.comResearchers Develop Algae-Based Microrobots for Targeted Medical Delivery
Biomedical engineers are testing microscopic robots made from algae and nanoparticles that can be guided by light to deliver medicine inside the body. The approach uses living single-celled organisms instead of synthetic motors to reach small blood vessels and organs.
WiredChinese Startup LinkerBot Seeks $6 Billion Valuation for Robotic Hands
LinkerBot, founded in 2023, shipped 10,000 dexterous robotic hands last year. The company is raising funds at a $6 billion valuation and exploring a Hong Kong listing.
FortuneDuke University Researchers Develop Omnidirectional Robot Named Argus
Duke University engineers built a 20-legged robot that moves and senses equally in any direction. The design uses dynamic isotropy to achieve uniform acceleration without a defined front or back.
The Japan TimesHumanoids Summit Opens in Tokyo to Discuss AI Robots and Labor Shortage
A two-day robotics conference began Thursday in Tokyo, focusing on how AI-powered humanoids could address Japan's worker shortfall. Organizers expect 2,000 attendees from 30 countries and 300 companies.
foxnews.comTokyo Lab Tests Ten Robots for Automated Biology Experiments
A robotics center in Tokyo opened an automated laboratory in April that uses ten two-armed robots equipped with artificial-intelligence software. The facility aims to scale to thousands of robots available to researchers worldwide by 2040 or 2050.
Defense NewsDARPA Seeks Robot Medic Prototypes for Battlefield Casualties
The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency issued a solicitation for small businesses to develop autonomous robotic systems that can reach, move, and treat wounded personnel. The deadline for proposals is June 3.
nationalpost.comYY Group Signs Non-Binding Deal With Velobotics for Autonomous Cleaning Fleets
YY Group Holding Limited announced a 24-month non-binding memorandum of understanding with Beijing Velobotics Tech Co., Ltd. The agreement covers deployment of VIGGO L4 autonomous floor-scrubbing robots in Singapore and Malaysia.
Usa TodayDreame A3 AWD Pro Robot Mower Uses LiDAR and AI for Wire-Free Mapping
The Dreame A3 AWD Pro robot lawn mower maps yards with 3D LiDAR and AI vision sensors. It operates without boundary wires or external signal systems and handles slopes up to 80 percent.
FortuneGrab to Begin Robot Deliveries in Singapore District
Grab will start deliveries with its Carri robot in Singapore’s Punggol district on May 20. The company also uses robots from other firms at its headquarters under a 1+n strategy.
pandaily.comNeuralink Develops Robot for Brain-Computer Interface Electrode Placement
Neuralink introduced a new surgical robot designed to implant its brain-computer interface electrodes. The system addresses limitations of manual surgery for the company's thin electrode threads.
aircargoweek.comChina 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.
finance.yahoo.comDHL Supply Chain Deploys Over 8,000 Robotics Systems
DHL Supply Chain has installed more than 8,000 robotics systems at its global sites. The systems handle tasks such as picking and packaging goods.
nippon.comOne in Three Japanese Companies Consider AI-Powered Robots
A Reuters report indicates that roughly one-third of Japanese firms are either using or planning to deploy AI-powered robots. Automakers are at the forefront of this trend as companies seek to offset a shrinking workforce.
FortuneDHL Supply Chain Deploys Over 8,000 Robots Across Global Sites
DHL Supply Chain has installed more than 8,000 robotics systems at its warehouses. The systems handle tasks such as picking and unloading goods. The company reports lower turnover and faster onboarding at equipped sites.
bbc.co.ukMassachusetts House passes bill banning weaponized robots and drones
The Massachusetts House is scheduled to vote on legislation that would prohibit the manufacture, sale, and use of robots equipped with weapons. The measure would make the state the first to enact such restrictions and would also apply new requirements to law enforcement.
fortune.comGrab to Pilot Delivery Robot in Singapore District
Grab will launch a delivery robot pilot in Singapore’s Punggol district in late 2026. The robot, named Carri, will handle the first and last 100 meters of food deliveries.
EngadgetGoogle DeepMind Adds Street View Data to Genie World Model
Google DeepMind is connecting Street View imagery to its Project Genie world model. The integration allows users to generate interactive simulations of real locations with variable conditions.
medium.comElon 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.
forbes.comRivian 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.
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.
interestingengineering.comUnderwater Robot Uses Autonomous Method to Study Coral Reef Life
A study describes an autonomous system that lets an underwater robot locate and track marine species on coral reefs. The approach focuses on characterizing biodiversity in areas such as Joel's Shoal.
Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. Signs MOU With DROMNI Intelligence for AI Robotics
Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. announced a memorandum of understanding with DROMNI Intelligence Technology Ltd. on May 18, 2026. The agreement targets development of autonomous robotics for U.S. agriculture, energy, and data center markets.
New York PostRobotics Firms Develop AI Systems for Physical Tasks
Companies are advancing AI systems that enable robots to perform household and industrial tasks through trial-and-error learning. The technology is being applied in surgery, manufacturing, and warehouse operations.
ventureburn.comTutor Intelligence Trains Humanoid Robots in Boston Warehouse
Tutor Intelligence operates a Boston-area facility where about 100 humanoid robots named Sonny practice tasks such as packing boxes and folding clothes. The company collects data from these trials to train models for general-purpose industrial robots.
EuronewsChinese Company Begins Sales of Two-Legged Manned Robot
Unitree Robotics has started selling a 2.8-metre-tall pilotable robot priced at 3.9 million yuan. The machine can walk on two legs or four and is shown breaking through walls in promotional material.
Nbc NewsChinese 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…
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 NewsChina 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…
manilatimes.netMicrobot Medical Schedules Conference Call to Address Third-Party Article
Microbot Medical Inc. will host a conference call and webcast on May 18, 2026, to review progress on the full market release of its LIBERTY Endovascular Robotic System. The company said it will respond to claims made in a recent unaffiliated third-party article that it described…
Figure AI Humanoids Complete 24 Hours of Package Sorting in Livestreamed Test
Figure AI streamed three humanoids sorting packages continuously for more than 30 hours at its San Jose headquarters, reaching over 3 million cumulative views on X. CEO Brett Adcock said the robots operated fully autonomously with zero failures. The demonstration comes as the $40…
abcnews.go.comU.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…
forbes.comMind Robotics Raises $400 Million at $3.4 Billion Valuation
Mind Robotics, the startup founded by Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, has raised over $1 billion total for its AI-powered industrial robot project. The latest round secured $400 million from investors including Kleiner Perkins, Salesforce Ventures and Incharge Capital. The Wall Street Jo…
automotiveworld.comHyundai 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…
Japanese Firm Reports Surge in Orders for Robot Wolves After Bear Attacks
A Japanese company that produces robot wolves designed to resemble aggressive animals has received a large number of orders following a record number of fatal bear attacks on humans last year. The devices are intended to deter wildlife from approaching populated areas. The compan…
WiredNASA Frees Curiosity Rover Drill Stuck on Martian Rock
The Curiosity rover's drill became stuck to a 28.6-pound rock after a sample collection on April 25. Engineers spent nearly a week using the rover's cameras, arm movements, vibrations and rotations to dislodge it. The rock broke free on the first full attempt after several days o…
Hoover InstitutionBee-Nav: Tiny Neural Network Inspired by Honeybee Learning Flights Enables Visual Homing in Simulation and Limited Real-World Drone Tests
A Nature research paper proposes Bee-Nav, which trains a small neural network during robotic learning flights to map omnidirectional images to a home vector. Real-world drone tests returned to within 0.5 m of home for all 30–110-m flights using a 3.4-kB network. The approach requ…
WiredUnitree Launches GD01, Its First Giant Transforming Bipedal Robot
Chinese robotics company Unitree, known for its low-cost dancing robots, revealed its first giant mecha called the GD01. An introductory video shows founder and CEO Xingxing Wang climbing into the robot before it autonomously smashes through a cinder block wall. Unitree confirmed…
The IndependentChinese Company Unveils Half-Tonne Manned Mecha Robot
Unitree Robotics released footage of the GD01, a half-tonne production-ready manned mecha described as a civilian vehicle available to purchase from $650,000. The robot, operated by a person inside, can smash through concrete walls and move on all fours. The company presented the…
FortuneSouth 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…
Fox NewsAutomated Tire Unveils SmartBay Robotic System for Tire Changes and Balancing
Boston-based Automated Tire, Inc. has introduced SmartBay, an AI-powered robotic platform that performs tire changes, wheel balancing and vehicle inspections while the wheel remains on the vehicle. The system uses computer vision, machine learning and physical AI to adapt to diff…
The VergeYarbo to Eliminate Default Remote Access on Robot Lawn Mowers, Make Feature User Opt-In
Yarbo has reversed course on a remote access vulnerability in its robot lawn mowers following security research that allowed remote hijacking. Cofounder Kenneth Kohlmann told The Verge the company will eliminate the default backdoor and let customers decide whether to install it.…
foxnews.comiRobot Co-Founder Colin Angle Launches Boston Startup Selling AI-Powered Robotic Bear Companion
Familiar Machines & Magic has raised $30 million to sell a four-legged, abstract bear-shaped robot named the Familiar next year. The pet-inspired machine offers companionship and emotional support without speaking, using onboard AI trained by Hollywood screenwriters. Angle, who l…
Abc NewsSouth 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.
South China Morning PostUnitree 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…
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.comOrbbec 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…
TechCrunchConfig Raises $27 Million Seed Round at Over $200 Million Valuation
The Seoul- and San Jose-based startup building the data layer for robotic foundation models closed an oversubscribed seed at a valuation exceeding $200 million. The round brings Config’s total funding to $35 million as it scales human motion data collection toward one million hou…
manilatimes.netServe Robotics Terminates Material Agreement
Serve Robotics disclosed the termination of a material definitive agreement in an 8-K filing with the SEC on May 11 2026. The move ends the prior contractual arrangement and triggers standard disclosure obligations for the company and its counterparty.
medium.comFigure 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…
Science NewsRobot Dinosaur Experiments Test Whether Proto-Wings Could Flush Insects
Scientists tested a robotic Caudipteryx and animated versions on live insects and locusts, finding visual displays with protowings triggered stronger escape responses. The studies, conducted in Seoul and published in 2024 and 2026, explore possible behaviors of early pennaraptora…
theverge.comNanoleaf Expands into Embodied AI, Robotics and Red Light Therapy While Continuing Smart Lighting Development
CEO Gimmy Chu announced at least three new embodied AI products launching this year, including an AI-powered toy related to early childhood development, a desk companion and a robotic microcontroller. The company, best known for modular RGB lighting panels, also plans four new re…
slashgear.comSecurity Researcher Demonstrates Remote Takeover of Yarbo Robot Lawn Mowers
Andreas Makris showed he could seize control of Yarbo's 200-pound robotic lawn mowers from nearly 6,000 miles away, overriding safety features on devices located in the United States. The researcher accessed location data, owner email addresses, Wi-Fi passwords and GPS coordinate…
koreatimes.co.krLG CNS Unveils PhysicalWorks Platform for Robot Training and Management
LG CNS Co. introduced PhysicalWorks, a platform designed to manage robot data, training and operations. The company said the system focuses on on-site learning and integrated control rather than individual robot capabilities. LG CNS is testing the platform with clients in manufac…
Fox NewsGenesis AI Unveils GENE-26.5 Robotic Brain for Human-like Dexterity
Genesis AI has released GENE-26.5, a system that combines a robotics foundation model, a human-scale dexterous hand and a new data engine. The company said the technology enables general-purpose robots to perform complex physical tasks with human-level manipulation after learning…
ForbesGenesis AI Releases GENE-26.5 Robotic Hand
Genesis AI unveiled its GENE-26.5 robotic system that autonomously cracks eggs, chops vegetables, mixes drinks, applies electrical tape and solves a Rubik’s cube at normal speed. The San Carlos and Paris-based startup, backed by $105 million, builds a full stack including a robot…
indiatoday.intoday.inGenesis AI Shows Robot Performing Piano, Egg-Cracking and Wire-Harnessing Tasks After Dedicated Training
The French startup with an R&D center in Silicon Valley released videos of its robot executing complex manipulations at up to 70 percent of human speed. CEO Zhou Xian said a 60-person team taught the machine a new piano piece in one hour. Genesis AI is developing the full hardwar…
theverge.comLight-Powered Marble-Sized Robot Rolls Autonomously Like Tumbleweed
A spherical robot the size of a marble operates on light energy and moves without external input. The device mimics tumbleweed motion while allowing its path to be directed by light. It can also deposit seeds along the route it travels.
thehindu.comJapan 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…