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More than half of developers say ‘LLMs can code better than humans’

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A survey of 800 senior developers reveals rapid adoption of AI tools, but concerns remain around privacy, job loss, and accuracy.

With large language models (LLMs) rapidly becoming an unavoidable tool in the software industry, new research has revealed that over half (53 percent) of senior developers believe LLMs can already code better than most humans. LLMs are AI systems trained on vast text datasets to understand and generate human-like language. Examples include ChatGPT (OpenAI), Claude (Anthropic), and Gemini (Google DeepMind).

The survey, from Clutch, a marketplace for finding business services, polled 800 senior software developers in North America, highlighting how AI is reshaping the future of coding, with 75 percent of respondents saying they expect AI to significantly transform the industry within the next five years. [Read more…] about More than half of developers say ‘LLMs can code better than humans’

Reframe Systems raises $20 million to scale prefabricated construction ‘microfactories’

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Reframe Systems, a start-up utilizing physical AI to tackle the housing crisis, has raised $20 million in Series A funding co-led by Eclipse and VoLo Earth Ventures with support from MassMutual Catalyst Funds, Cubit Capital, Planetary Health at RA Capital Management, Saga Ventures, and Nor’easter Ventures.

The company was founded by former Amazon Robotics leaders Vikas Enti, Felipe Polido, and Aaron Small who scaled some of the most advanced automation systems in the world, deploying over 500,000 robots across Amazon’s fulfillment network.

Now, they are bringing that expertise to home construction – one of the last industries still dependent on fragmented, outdated, manual processes. [Read more…] about Reframe Systems raises $20 million to scale prefabricated construction ‘microfactories’

What is Ideogram AI and How Does It Transform Visual Content Creation?

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In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, one of the most groundbreaking technologies is AI-powered image generation.

Ideogram AI is at the forefront of this revolution, offering users the ability to create stunning visuals with a few simple text prompts.

Whether you’re a digital artist, a marketer, a content creator, or a business owner, Ideogram AI is transforming the way visual content is created. [Read more…] about What is Ideogram AI and How Does It Transform Visual Content Creation?

Siemens Shanghai facility achieves ‘300 percent’ increased storage with Geek Plus robotic system

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Geek Plus, arguably one of the world’s largest warehouse automation companies, says its robotic system has helped Siemens’ Shanghai facility achieve a storage capacity increase of 300 percent, improved picking efficiency of 150 percent, and increased accuracy to 99.99 percent.

Geek+ has been collaborating with Shanghai Siemens Switchgear for five years. In that time, the company says it has engaged in “continuous innovation”.

Now it says it has successfully built “the world’s first robot-driven intelligent warehouse in the discrete-manufacturing field that covers the full process from receiving and shelving to storage, picking and distribution”. [Read more…] about Siemens Shanghai facility achieves ‘300 percent’ increased storage with Geek Plus robotic system

thansen launches ‘world’s biggest’ self-service in-store AutoStore

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AutoStore, together with Element Logic, have launched what they say is “the world’s biggest” self-service in-store AutoStore system at thansen’s new store in Sofiemyr outside Oslo.

thansen is a large-scale retailer of car parts and bike components and so on. The company has annual sales of significantly more than $200 million.

The solution AutoStore and Element Logic have supplied integrates automation directly into the store environment, enabling thansen to combine the efficiency of e-commerce with the immediacy of physical retail. [Read more…] about thansen launches ‘world’s biggest’ self-service in-store AutoStore

European postal services stop sending parcels to the US as Washington ends $800 duty-free rule

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Postal services across Europe have temporarily stopped accepting many parcels bound for the United States, citing uncertainty over new US customs rules that abolish the long-standing duty-free threshold for low-value imports. 

The suspension comes ahead of 29 August, when an executive order signed by President Donald Trump takes effect, ending the de minimis exemption that allowed goods worth up to $800 to enter the US duty-free. From Friday, almost all commercial parcels will require full customs clearance, duties and additional data.

DHL Parcel Germany was among the first to announce a halt, telling business customers it would no longer accept US-bound postal parcels from 22 August. Gifts valued up to $100 and letters remain unaffected, while DHL Express, the company’s courier arm, continues to operate with its own customs channels. [Read more…] about European postal services stop sending parcels to the US as Washington ends $800 duty-free rule

Japanese scientists develop ‘quantum computer-based robot control’

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The researchers say the new system enables ‘smoother, more complex movements for next-generation robots’

Scientists in Japan, working in partnership with Fujitsu, say they have developed “an innovative method for efficiently controlling robot posture using quantum computing technology”.

The scientists involved are from the Shibaura Institute of Technology (Associate Professor Takuya Otani, Faculty of System Science and Engineering – Human Robot System Laboratory), and Waseda University (Professor Atsuo Takanishi, Faculty of Science and Engineering).

This new approach facilitates the efficient and accurate calculation of inverse kinematics; that is, determining joint angles from a target end-effector position, for multi-joint robots by leveraging qubit-based position representation and quantum entanglement. [Read more…] about Japanese scientists develop ‘quantum computer-based robot control’

Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

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Fanuc, the world’s largest industrial robot manufacturer, says it has received a “significant order” to supply a state-of-the-art paint system, including paint robots and advanced application technology.

Nearly 50 robots will be delivered to a “European luxury carmaker”, says Fanuc, which has more robots installed worldwide than any other robotics company.

Jan Kamenicky, head of paint at Fanuc Europe, says: “We are managing the entire project, including installation. The Fanuc robots will paint both car bodies and plastic add-on parts such as bumpers. [Read more…] about Fanuc receives ‘major robot order’ from luxury automotive manufacturer

Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch

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Techman Robot, a maker of collaborative robotic arms and a subsidiary of Taiwan’s Quanta Computer, has unveiled its first humanoid robot prototype, the TM Xplore I, and plans to bring it to market in 2026.

The robot was introduced last week at the Taipei Automation Intelligence and Robot Show, where the company described it as a “next-generation humanoid platform” designed for industrial and service applications.

Unlike bipedal humanoids being developed by companies such as Tesla and Unitree, Techman’s robot uses a wheeled base for stability and efficiency in factory and warehouse environments. [Read more…] about Techman Robot unveils humanoid prototype, aims for 2026 launch

Robomart’s new autonomous vehicle challenges human delivery workers with $3 flat fee

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A new autonomous vehicle from startup Robomart is set to challenge food delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats with a flat $3 delivery fee, no hidden charges, and a multi-order capacity.

Unveiled this week, the new RM5 vehicle is a Level 4 autonomous, all-electric van with 10 individual climate-controlled lockers for customer orders, aiming to make on-demand delivery economically sustainable for both retailers and customers.

Unlike the small, sidewalk-based robots that are currently in use, Robomart’s RM5 is a larger, shuttle-sized vehicle with a 500-pound payload capacity. [Read more…] about Robomart’s new autonomous vehicle challenges human delivery workers with $3 flat fee