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Sam Francis

FORT Robotics extends physical AI safety platform with Nvidia Halos

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FORT Robotics, the “Trust Layer” for physical AI, has announced joining the Nvidia Halos for Robotics ecosystem that’s bringing safety to autonomous robots.

FORT will demonstrate an agentic safety application built with the open source Nvidia Halos Outside-In Safety Blueprint this week at the Automate conference in Chicago and presenting in the Humanoid Robotics Pavilion with Nvidia on June 23rd.

The Nvidia Outside-In Safety Blueprint combined with the FORT Trust Layer extends robot perception beyond onboard sensors by using external infrastructure sensors and visual AI Agents to deliver real-time, safety-certifiable functional safety to maximize operational throughput. [Read more…] about FORT Robotics extends physical AI safety platform with Nvidia Halos

Fieldwork Robotics secures SEED Innovations investment to scale berry harvesting robots

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Fieldwork Robotics, developers of selective, adaptive and modular harvesting robots, has agreed an investment from SEED Innovations, the AIM-quoted investing company chaired by prominent British businessman Jim Mellon.

The investment forms part of a £2.5 million Seed+ fundraise and combined investment and grant funding announced in April 2026.

Jim Mellon is one of the UK’s most prominent early-stage investors, with a long track record of identifying and backing transformative technology businesses. [Read more…] about Fieldwork Robotics secures SEED Innovations investment to scale berry harvesting robots

Multi-robot demo showcases new UK’s Plymouth subsea test range

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A new underwater trials site designed to accelerate UK marine autonomy and ocean sensing has completed its first major test thanks to a live, multi-marine surface and subsea robotic platform demonstration.

The Smart Sound Connect Subsurface (SSCS) project, part of Smart Sound Plymouth, led by the University of Plymouth, with Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), saw platforms from ACUA Ocean, ecoSUB Robotics, Seaber and Sonardyne working together above and below the surface.

The all-day collaborative demonstration enabled visitors from business, science, defence and national bodies to view the potential of the three-year, £1.2 million SSCS project. [Read more…] about Multi-robot demo showcases new UK’s Plymouth subsea test range

Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

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AVI-SPL, a global technology solutions provider, and Volvo Autonomous Solutions have started commercial autonomous freight operations between Dallas and Houston using the Volvo VNL Autonomous powered by the Aurora Driver.

The operations will support AVI-SPL’s transport of various audio-visual electronics, including a mix of new products and end-of-life equipment from which AVI-SPL reclaims precious metals as a part of its Electronic Recycling Program.

The collaboration reflects AVI-SPL’s continued investment in operational innovation and supply chain strategies designed to improve scalability, reliability, and long-term efficiency. [Read more…] about Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

RoboDK unveils CAM software that cuts robotic machining deployment time ‘by up to 40 percent’

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RoboDK, a provider of offline programming and simulation software for robots, has launched RoboDK CAM software, demonstrating how robotic machining programs can be generated directly from CAD files.

Designed to help people deploy robots with ease, RoboDK says its new CAM software can cut robotic machining deployment time “by up to 40 percent”.

The live demonstration will show how easily users can generate toolpaths and collision-free robot motion straight from CAD files and execute them in a production-ready environment, without having to manually build and tune robot code line by line. [Read more…] about RoboDK unveils CAM software that cuts robotic machining deployment time ‘by up to 40 percent’

Richtech Robotics launches 24/7 interactive livestream featuring AI robot ADAM

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Richtech Robotics, a Nevada-based provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched a new initiative: a live, 24/7 interactive streaming platform featuring the company’s AI-powered humanoid robot, ADAM.

The immersive experience gives audiences around the world the ability to interact directly with ADAM in real-time through a livestream broadcast, enabling users to chat with the robot, ask questions, and observe how embodied AI responds dynamically to human interaction.

Through direct engagement and continuous interaction, ADAM, accelerated by Nvidia Jetson Thor for onboard compute and developed with the Nvidia Isaac open robotics platform, is positioned to become one of the first robot “influencers,” demonstrating how AI-powered robots can communicate naturally with users in the physical world. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics launches 24/7 interactive livestream featuring AI robot ADAM

Cognibotics selected for €6.5 million in EU accelerator funding

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Cognibotics, a Swedish deep-tech robotics company, has been selected for €6.5 million in blended finance from the European Innovation Council Accelerator under the Horizon Europe programme of the European Union. The funding includes a €2.5 million grant and €4 million in equity financing.

The funding will support the next stage of development and industrialisation of HKM1800, Cognibotics’ robot platform for logistics and manufacturing.

The breakthrough combines a new hybrid kinematic design with advanced motion control, making it possible to deliver delta-class speed with a 10 times larger workspace, while using around one-third less energy than traditional robots. [Read more…] about Cognibotics selected for €6.5 million in EU accelerator funding

CS2 Skin Marketplace Comparison: Which Platform Offers the Best Prices and Security?

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The CS2 skin market is large, fast-moving, and sometimes confusing. Players can sell on Steam, use third-party marketplaces, accept instant-sale offers, or trade directly with other users.

The problem is that every option has a different balance of price, speed, payout type, and security. That is why choosing the best CS2 skin market is not only about the highest number on the screen.

A good platform should help users compare prices, protect their inventory, avoid risky private deals, and understand what they actually receive after selling. [Read more…] about CS2 Skin Marketplace Comparison: Which Platform Offers the Best Prices and Security?

How Automation is Changing Employee Performance Tracking and Recognition

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Automation is reshaping how companies track employee performance and recognize achievements. From real-time metrics to milestone reminders, technology now supports processes that were once manual and inconsistent.

Managers have more visibility into progress, and employees receive clearer feedback and more timely recognition. Both performance tracking and appreciation are becoming continuous parts of everyday work instead of isolated events. [Read more…] about How Automation is Changing Employee Performance Tracking and Recognition

What Can Delay a Car Accident Settlement and How an Attorney Helps

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A car accident can leave people facing medical expenses, lost income, vehicle repairs, and insurance claims. While most expect the settlement process to move quickly, every case follows a different timeline based on its unique circumstances.

Several factors can delay a resolution, from ongoing medical treatment to insurance reviews and liability disputes. Knowing what causes these delays and how legal guidance helps can make the process easier to understand.

This article explains the common reasons a car accident settlement may take longer and how an attorney helps at each stage. [Read more…] about What Can Delay a Car Accident Settlement and How an Attorney Helps