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Mai Tao

Nvidia launches new ‘general robotics’ developer kit for $3,500

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Nvidia has launched its Nvidia Jetson AGX Thor developer kit and production modules, powerful new “robotics computers designed to power millions of robots across industries including manufacturing, logistics, transportation, healthcare, agriculture and retail”.

Early adopters include industry leaders Agility Robotics, Amazon Robotics, Boston Dynamics, Caterpillar, Figure, Hexagon, Medtronic and Meta, while 1X, John Deere, OpenAI and Physical Intelligence are evaluating Jetson Thor to advance their physical AI capabilities.

Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of Nvidia, says: “We’ve built Jetson Thor for the millions of developers working on robotic systems that interact with and increasingly shape the physical world. [Read more…] about Nvidia launches new ‘general robotics’ developer kit for $3,500

Unlocking Amazon Data: How Scraper APIs Empower Automation and E-Commerce Intelligence

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In an era defined by data-driven decision-making, automation and robotics firms are increasingly turning to tools like the Amazon Scraper API – offered by providers such as ScrapingBee – to streamline workflows, monitor market dynamics, and optimize operations.

These specialized APIs allow seamless access to Amazon’s public data – from prices and reviews to seller insights – enabling robust, real-time analytics at scale. [Read more…] about Unlocking Amazon Data: How Scraper APIs Empower Automation and E-Commerce Intelligence

Siemens opens ‘one of Europe’s most modern train factories’ in Munich

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Siemens is celebrating the opening of its expanded train factory in Munich-Allach, describing it as “one of the most modern train production facilities in Europe” and a key location in Siemens Mobility’s European service network.

Around €250 million has been invested in new buildings, state-of-the-art production facilities, and the expansion of AI-based software solutions since 2023.

This development underscores the technology company’s commitment to Germany as a viable location for manufacturing and innovation. [Read more…] about Siemens opens ‘one of Europe’s most modern train factories’ in Munich

How a WW2-era factory is cutting production time by 80 percent

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Inside a compact production cell at Collins Aerospace’s wheel-and-brake facility in Troy, Ohio, two advanced machines now replace the five legacy machines once needed to produce aircraft wheels.

Together, they can cut production time from 45 days to just seven – a push the team calls “Wheels in a Week.”

Greg Smith, director of operations, says: “One, it’s obviously catchy. It rolls off the tongue, and the second, it is a challenge. And, everyone likes a challenge. [Read more…] about How a WW2-era factory is cutting production time by 80 percent

Delta Electronics unveils new collaborative robots at Automation Taipei

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Delta Electronics has unveiled new smart manufacturing solutions at Automation Taipei 2025, including the Asian debut of its collaborative robots (cobots) and AI cognitive module, which enable intuitive human-robot collaboration for industries such as electronics, automotive, and logistics.

The company also demonstrated its cyber-physical integration demo line, which uses digital twin technology to cut design-to-deployment time by 20 percent.

Andy Liu, general manager of Delta’s Industrial Automation Business Group, says: “Geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and rising carbon emissions costs are driving manufacturers to decentralize production across the globe. [Read more…] about Delta Electronics unveils new collaborative robots at Automation Taipei

Bosch and Cariad making automated driving ‘safer and more convenient with AI’

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Bosch and Cariad are intensifying their cooperation within the Automated Driving Alliance: the partners are developing their software stack for Level 2 and 3 assisted and automated driving by making full use of artificial intelligence.

To this end, Bosch and Cariad – which is the software business unit of Volkswagen – are expanding their existing approaches to include state-of-the-art AI methods.

This should lead to more powerful, more intelligent driver assistance systems that act as naturally as a human driver – taking the driving experience to a new level and making it even safer. [Read more…] about Bosch and Cariad making automated driving ‘safer and more convenient with AI’

Kia launches electric vehicle production in Europe with the EV4

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Kia has started series production of its new model – the five-door Kia EV4, which is the South Korean automotive manufacturer’s first fully electric vehicle to be manufactured in Europe.

The start of production follows extensive updates to Kia’s sole European manufacturing facility in Slovakia and represents a major step forward in Kia’s electrification strategy for the region.

An electric hatchback designed specifically for the European market, the EV4 is assembled exclusively at Kia AutoLand Slovakia. [Read more…] about Kia launches electric vehicle production in Europe with the EV4

Toyota to establish new vehicle manufacturing plant in Japan

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Toyota Motor Corporation says it plans to acquire land in the Teihoucho area of Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, to establish a new vehicle manufacturing plant.

Operations at the new plant are planned to start in the early 2030s, with production models to be determined in the future.

The establishment of the plant will proceed with the cooperation of all stakeholders, including Aichi Prefecture, Toyota City, and local residents. [Read more…] about Toyota to establish new vehicle manufacturing plant in Japan

IAB report: 9 out of 10 advertisers now using AI for video ads

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AI-powered videos are ‘outperforming million-dollar ad campaigns’, according to a new report by the Internet Advertising Bureau

According to the the Internet Advertising Bureau’s 2025 Digital Video Ad Spend & Strategy Report, nearly nine in 10 advertisers are now using AI for video ads, with 40 percent of all ads expected to be AI-assisted by 2026.

The IAB is an American advertising business organization that develops industry standards, conducts research, and provides legal support for the online advertising industry.

The IAM used a family-owned tamale shop in Los Angeles as an unlikely case study in the power of AI-driven advertising. (Tamale is a traditional Mesoamerican dish made from a “masa” – a corn-based dough – that is steamed in a corn husk or banana leaf.) [Read more…] about IAB report: 9 out of 10 advertisers now using AI for video ads

What is Robotics in Healthcare? Top AI Use Cases, Benefits and Challenges

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The rise of custom healthcare software development services has accelerated the adoption of robotics in medicine. What was once seen as futuristic is now a daily reality in many hospitals worldwide.

Robots assist in delicate surgeries, support patients during rehabilitation, disinfect hospital spaces, and even help doctors consult remotely.

By combining AI, machine learning, and advanced engineering, healthcare robotics is reshaping medical practices, making them safer, faster, and more efficient. [Read more…] about What is Robotics in Healthcare? Top AI Use Cases, Benefits and Challenges