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ITS America Conference & Expo offers ‘more outdoor demonstration experiences than ever before’

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ITS America Conference & Expo, organized in partnership by RX Global and ITS America, introduces an expanded demonstration program for the 2026 ITS America Conference & Expo, taking place June 9-11 in Detroit, Michigan.

Attendees will see firsthand how the newest technologies installed along roadways and within vehicles are making transportation in Detroit safer and more efficient.

The program marks a significant leap beyond traditional outdoor demonstrations, delivering hands-on, immersive experiences that connect attendees with the latest intelligent transportation technologies in real-world conditions. [Read more…] about ITS America Conference & Expo offers ‘more outdoor demonstration experiences than ever before’

Scientists and entrepreneurs debate AI’s role in innovation at Finland embassy event

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Being invited to the Embassy of Finland in the uppest of upscale neighbourhoods in London, England is a treat Robotics & Automation News was never going to pass up.

Quite apart from the importance of the 2027 Millennium Technology Prize which was the reason for the invitation, the opportunity to experience the ambiance of the area where it seems every grand house you walk past is an embassy – and the entrance to the street is guarded by police – was not one we wanted to miss.

Things didn’t start off on the right foot as I actually entered the street through the larger gate meant for cars. I was immediately told firmly to go back out and use the smaller gate meant for humans. [Read more…] about Scientists and entrepreneurs debate AI’s role in innovation at Finland embassy event

QCraft Expands its Autonomous Driving Stack into the Physical AI Frontier

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The autonomous driving company is moving beyond self-driving cars and into the broader world of Physical AI

QCraft, one of the major providers of autonomous driving technology to OEMs, used this year’s Beijing Auto Show to unveil what it calls the QCraft Physical AI Model. This was a signal that the company sees its future not just in autonomous vehicles, but in a wider category of AI systems that interact with the physical world.

CEO Dr. James Yu framed the pivot in sweeping terms, arguing that the industry is entering a new phase. Where the last decade focused on teaching AI to drive, the next will be defined by Physical AI: systems that can perceive, reason about, and act in real-world environments.

It’s a thesis shared by a growing number of companies in robotics and autonomy, but QCraft is betting that its technical foundation gives it a head start. [Read more…] about QCraft Expands its Autonomous Driving Stack into the Physical AI Frontier

PAL Robotics to debut new manipulation robot at ICRA 2026

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PAL Robotics is set to unveil a new robotic platform at the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2026), where the company will also showcase its latest systems through live, interactive demonstrations.

The event will take place in Vienna, Austria, from June 1 to 5, bringing together researchers, engineers, and industry leaders from across the global robotics sector.

PAL Robotics says its focus this year is on demonstrating how robots can move from research environments into real-world applications. At booth 067, visitors will be able to interact directly with robotic systems rather than simply observe them. [Read more…] about PAL Robotics to debut new manipulation robot at ICRA 2026

Nvidia and partners showcase AI-driven manufacturing systems at Hannover Messe 2026

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Nvidia and a broad ecosystem of industrial partners are showcasing the latest advances in AI-driven manufacturing at Hannover Messe 2026, highlighting how artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape engineering, factory operations, and robotics deployment at scale.

The event, running April 20-24 in Hannover, Germany, brings together companies including Siemens, SAP, ABB, Dassault Systèmes, Microsoft and Wandelbots, all demonstrating how accelerated computing, simulation, and AI agents are being applied across industrial workflows.

The displays reflect a wider shift taking place across manufacturing, where companies are increasingly turning to AI to address tighter production cycles, operational efficiency pressures, and ongoing shortages of skilled labor. [Read more…] about Nvidia and partners showcase AI-driven manufacturing systems at Hannover Messe 2026

FII event highlights global investment themes as Trump and Ronaldo appear on stage

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FII Priority Miami concluded its three-day summit with a series of discussions on global investment trends, economic volatility, and emerging growth sectors, alongside appearances by former US President Donald J. Trump and football legend Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima.

FII stands for Future Investment Initiative. It is a global nonprofit focused on “Impact on Humanity”, bringing together ideas and investment to address challenges in AI and robotics, education, healthcare, and sustainability.

Held in Miami, the event brought together investors, executives, and policymakers to examine how capital is adapting to geopolitical uncertainty, shifting supply chains, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. [Read more…] about FII event highlights global investment themes as Trump and Ronaldo appear on stage

Gravis Robotics expands into US with autonomous construction equipment platform

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Gravis Robotics, the physical AI platform for heavy industry, has announced its full commercial expansion into the US through its live, production-scale autonomy tech to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas.

In collaboration with its partners Develon and Hitachi, Gravis will be demonstrating its systems’ earthmoving capabilities – including autonomous trenching and bulk excavation – enabled by its retrofit hardware that is currently in use on construction sites around the world. [Read more…] about Gravis Robotics expands into US with autonomous construction equipment platform

Automation Expo in Thailand concludes with strong attendance

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Co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) and GMTX, the 2026 edition of Automation Expo closed recently, achieving a record 50 per cent year-on-year increase in attendance.

The event was held at the Nongnooch International Convention and Exhibition Center (NICE) in Pattaya, within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), the country’s primary hub for advanced manufacturing and industrial investment. It brought together 11,723 visitors to explore the technological advancements needed to enhance the global competitiveness of Thai industry.

Highlights included the IIoT Ecosystem and Future-X zones, alongside a fringe programme that provided manufacturers with practical guidance on upgrading their production lines and managing system integration. [Read more…] about Automation Expo in Thailand concludes with strong attendance

Techman Robot and Tesollo unveil adaptive robotic gripper solution for high-mix manufacturing

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Techman Robot Korea, the South Korean subsidiary of global collaborative robot company Techman Robot headquartered in Taiwan, and Tesollo, a South Korean specialist in robotic grippers, will present an articulated, multi-jointed gripper-based automation solution optimized for high-mix, low-volume production environments at the 2026 Smart Factory & Automation Industry Exhibition (Automation World).

Following last year’s teleoperation demo combining a humanoid robot hand and a TM robot arm, the two companies have shifted this year’s exhibition concept to a process-oriented solution that can be directly deployed in industrial sites.

The core of this collaboration is to implement flexible automation required on real manufacturing lines by combining the industrial reliability of collaborative robots with the shape-adaptive grasping technology of articulated grippers. [Read more…] about Techman Robot and Tesollo unveil adaptive robotic gripper solution for high-mix manufacturing

GSMA MWC26 Barcelona closes 20th anniversary edition

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MWC26 Barcelona welcomed nearly 105,000 attendees for a week of AI, innovation and industry-defining debate as well as boundary-pushing new features Airport of the Future, New Frontiers and robots of all shapes and sizes

MWC26, the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event, this year celebrated 20 years in Barcelona, bringing together exhibitors, thought leaders, startups, and policymakers all under one roof.

Despite global travel disruptions, it welcomed nearly 105,000 attendees from around the world to Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via.

John Hoffman, CEO, GSMA, said: “Twenty years in Barcelona and MWC continues to surprise and surpass expectations. From the very beginning, the GSMA and host city parties shared a common vision: to build something that would matter to the world. [Read more…] about GSMA MWC26 Barcelona closes 20th anniversary edition