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Opinions: IEEE experts weigh in on future of remote robotic surgery and AI in healthcare

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Healthcare has seen a major technological development in recent times, with a recent news report detailing one of the world’s first remote robotic surgery procedures.

The groundbreaking human clinical trial saw a patient in Angola undergo a prostatectomy procedure, with the surgeon operating from Orlando, Florida.

This significant achievement in transcontinental robotic telesurgery highlights how healthcare is rapidly evolving, marking a shift that could have significant humanitarian implications, particularly for remote or underserved areas of the world. [Read more…] about Opinions: IEEE experts weigh in on future of remote robotic surgery and AI in healthcare

Appetronix unveils new fully autonomous fast-food restaurant design concepts

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Appetronix, a developer of food robotics, has unveiled new design concepts for its fully-autonomous kitchen platform, saying they redefine how fast-food or “quick-service restaurants” (QSRs) operate at scale.

Following the successful launch last week of a fully-autonomous kitchen for Donatos Pizza in Columbus, Ohio, Appetronix is now actively developing two new robotic cuisine verticals: Asian and Mexican.

The company says the initiative further demonstrated its capability to “serve diverse food categories with exceptional quality, speed, consistency, and zero human intervention”.  [Read more…] about Appetronix unveils new fully autonomous fast-food restaurant design concepts

Plus One Robotics launches new depalletizing solution

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Plus One Robotics, a developer of AI-powered robotic vision for material handling, in partnership with beRobox, a specialist in modular mobile robotics, has launched DepalOne.

DepalOne is described as a “turnkey depalletizing solution designed to bring fast, flexible automation to modern warehouses without the need for facility modifications or extended downtime”.

Seen at both ProMat and Automate this spring, DepalOne combines beRobox’s portable hardware with Plus One’s AI-driven PickOne vision system to deliver an immediately deployable, fully integrated automation cell. [Read more…] about Plus One Robotics launches new depalletizing solution

Inside automatica 2025: What’s driving the next wave of robotics and automation?

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As the much-anticipated automatica event prepares to open its doors from June 24 to 27, 2025, in Munich, Germany, it would be interesting to ask what the state of the sector is.

automatica is one of the leading international trade fairs for intelligent automation and robotics. A biennial event founded in 2004, it serves as a barometer for the robotics and automation sector, showcasing innovations and fostering dialogue among industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers. [Read more…] about Inside automatica 2025: What’s driving the next wave of robotics and automation?

The rise of embodied AI: Robots that learn by doing

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By Laura Pérez, PAL Robotics

As robotics becomes more deeply integrated into society, a new paradigm is taking shape: embodied artificial intelligence (AI).

Unlike traditional AI, which operates in abstract digital environments, embodied AI enables robots to learn by doing; connecting perception, cognition, and action through direct physical interaction with the world.

This shift toward embodied intelligence is rapidly gaining traction in both academic and industrial fields, particularly since embodied AI has become more accessible and relevant. [Read more…] about The rise of embodied AI: Robots that learn by doing

Smikky for Small Businesses: A Smart Solution for Fast, Affordable Social Media Growth

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Having a strong social media presence is no longer optional, especially for small businesses – it’s actually a must.

Whether you’re a local bakery, an e-commerce start-up, or a boutique service provider, your visibility on platforms like TikTok and Instagram plays a vital role in attracting new customers and building credibility.

Yet for many small businesses, the journey to organic growth is slow and uncertain. That’s where Smikky steps in: a simple, cost-effective way to gain traction on social media by giving your content the visibility it needs to get seen. [Read more…] about Smikky for Small Businesses: A Smart Solution for Fast, Affordable Social Media Growth

Savant Labs unveils agentic analytics automation suite

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Savant Labs, a specialist in AI-powered analytics automation, has launched its Summer 2025 Release, the latest software update utilized by business users and analysts for faster decisioning and insights.

The release introduces Savant’s first-to-market Agentic Analytics Suite and Intelligence Graph, one-click integration with Anthropic Claude, and migration tools to help enterprises modernize from legacy self-service analytics platforms.

As enterprises refine their automation, AI, and agentic strategies, Savant’s innovative analytics automation platform provides business leaders with flexibility and control to scale at their own pace and strike the right balance between data freedom and governance. [Read more…] about Savant Labs unveils agentic analytics automation suite

What is digital automation and how does robotic process automation fit into it?

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Digital automation leverages technology – that is, software – to streamline business processes, improving efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.  [Read more…] about What is digital automation and how does robotic process automation fit into it?

Automation Anywhere launches pre-built ‘agentic solutions’ for digital automation

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Automation Anywhere, which specializes in “agentic process automation” (APA), has launched its pre-built agentic solutions and a new agentic solutions workspace which enables business users to interact with and create agents through a natural language interface.

The first solutions launched support accounts payable, customer support, banking, and healthcare.

Built on our Agentic Process Automation (APA) system, our ready-to-use solutions integrate pre-trained agentic automation encompassing AI Agents, RPA, APIs, and enterprise-grade governance. [Read more…] about Automation Anywhere launches pre-built ‘agentic solutions’ for digital automation

Exclusive interview with Nokia: The rise of automation and robotics in mining transportation

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Once famous for its iconic mobile phones, Nokia has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent decades.

Now a global leader in network infrastructure, the Finnish company provides critical connectivity solutions that power everything from 5G communications to industrial automation.

At the forefront of this evolution is David de Lancellotti, vice president of CNS enterprise campus edge sales at Nokia, who plays a key role in enabling digital transformation across industries – especially those traditionally seen as slow to innovate. [Read more…] about Exclusive interview with Nokia: The rise of automation and robotics in mining transportation