UBTech Robotics has unveiled its latest humanoid robot, Walker S2, which can autonomously replace its own depleted battery pack – allowing near‑continuous operation around the clock – without requiring human assistance or interruption. (See video below.) [Read more…] about UBTech unveils ‘world’s first’ humanoid robot to autonomously swap its own battery
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Figure AI shocks the internet by showing its humanoid robot doing laundry like a pro
Figure AI has captivated audiences with a new viral video showing its humanoid robot, Figure 02, performing household laundry tasks with impressive autonomy. (See video below.)
In footage shared by CEO Brett Adcock on X, the robot is seen efficiently grabbing garments from a basket and loading them into a washing machine – marking a notable achievement in embodied household robotics.
While Figure 02 does not yet operate the washer’s controls itself, this milestone demonstrates its ability to handle the physical manipulation of garments – loading and unloading – in a real‑world setting using its Helix Vision‑Language‑Action model. [Read more…] about Figure AI shocks the internet by showing its humanoid robot doing laundry like a pro
Dexterity and Hiwin partner to produce ‘world’s first intelligent robot arm’ for warehouse work
Dexterity, a specialist developer of physical AI and robotics, has agreed a strategic partnership with Hiwin Technologies Corp, a manufacturer of motion and control systems, to produce high-performance robot arms for Dexterity’s hardware platform: the Mech.
The Mech is a roving, two-armed robot designed from the ground to embody Physical AI in industrial applications. Its roving base enables it to go where large enterprises need heavy lifting of a wide range of goods, and its lightweight but powerful, dual arm design enables it to pick and pack goods at the speed of operations – and beyond.
Hiwin’s expertise in precision engineering has enabled the development of lightweight, 8-degree-of-freedom robotic arms for the Mech. HIWIN optimized the strength-to-weight ratio of the Mech arms to make them easy to deploy in warehouses, while at the same time ensuring their capability in lifting weights beyond the OSHA limit for a single person lift. [Read more…] about Dexterity and Hiwin partner to produce ‘world’s first intelligent robot arm’ for warehouse work
LimX Dynamics debuts full‑size humanoid robot starting at $21,800
Embodied AI robotics innovator LimX Dynamics has unveiled its flagship full-sized humanoid robot, LimX Oli (internally referred to during development as CL‑3), with base pricing beginning at RMB 158,000 (approximately $21,800).
Standing 1.65 m (5‑foot‑5) tall and weighing around 55 kg, Oli contains 31 degrees of freedom (not counting end-effectors) and is designed as a general-purpose research and integration platform for AI researchers, robotics developers, and solution integrators.
The robot’s modular hardware/software architecture and evolving development toolchain support the full pipeline from algorithm experimentation to system deployment. [Read more…] about LimX Dynamics debuts full‑size humanoid robot starting at $21,800
Midea unveils humanoid robot at AI event in China
Midea, the home‑appliance giant and parent company of Kuka Robotics, unveiled a new humanoid robot prototype at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, held in late July.
The introduction reflects Midea’s growing ambition in embodied intelligence – the convergence of robotics, AI and real‑world agency.
Industry reporting from South Korea and China indicates that Midea and other appliance titans are channeling “big” investments into household service robotics. Yicai Global estimates Midea has committed CNY 1.5 billion ($208 million) toward an embodied intelligence technology platform.
Analysts note that in early 2025, domestic embodied AI funding across China already equaled the total deployed in 2024 – signaling a pivotal moment in the sector. [Read more…] about Midea unveils humanoid robot at AI event in China
Comau completes acquisition of logistics automation company Automha
Comau has completed its acquisition of Automha, an Italian company specializing in warehousing and automated intralogistics systems.
This investment marks a significant step in Comau’s journey to expand its capabilities and market presence in the rapidly growing logistics and warehouse automation sector.
The purchase is perfectly aligned with Comau’s strategy to accelerate diversification into high-growth markets by leveraging its strong foundation in industrial robotics, software-driven automation, and human-centric technology.
With Automha, Comau significantly enhances its offering of high-performance and scalable solutions, reconfirming and strengthening its Italian roots and operations. [Read more…] about Comau completes acquisition of logistics automation company Automha
Pudu Robotics launches new robots for heavy-payload industrial work
Pudu Robotics, a provider of service robotics, has launched its PUDU T600 Series, a next-generation lineup of industrial delivery robots purpose-built for high-payload, autonomous goods handling in complex industrial environments.
Following the success of the PUDU T300, which addressed mid-load transport needs, the T600 Series marks Pudu’s expansion into heavy-payload logistics and end-to-end automation.
It is designed to help manufacturers respond to growing demands for throughput, labor flexibility, and adaptive intralogistics – especially in fast-changing production and warehouse settings. [Read more…] about Pudu Robotics launches new robots for heavy-payload industrial work
Datavault expands commercilization of AI agents built with IBM watsonx.ai
Datavault AI, a specialist in AI data experience, valuation, and monetization, has expanded the commercialization of its flagship AI agents – DataScore and DataValue – built with IBM watsonx.ai.
IBM is also committing AI engineering talent and deep technical expertise over multiple years to help Datavault expand and accelerate the impact of its offerings for clients.
The integration is designed to help customers streamline their enterprise financial modeling, risk assessment, and pricing strategies across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. [Read more…] about Datavault expands commercilization of AI agents built with IBM watsonx.ai
4AG Robotics raises C$40 million Series B for its automated mushroom harvesting
4AG Robotics, a pioneer in fully autonomous mushroom harvesting, has closed its C$40 million (Canadian dollars) Series B financing.
The investment round was led by Astanor and Cibus Capital, with support from new investor Voyager Capital and existing investors InBC, Emmertech, BDC Industrial Innovation Fund, Jim Richardson Family Office, Stray Dog Capital and Seraph Group.
This round follows a $17.5 million round in 2023, bringing total capital raised to $57.5 million in the past two years. [Read more…] about 4AG Robotics raises C$40 million Series B for its automated mushroom harvesting
Realbotix adds multilingual functionality to its Aria humanoid robot
Realbotix has introduced multilingual functionality to its flagship humanoid robot, Aria, enabling it to communicate in 15 core languages and more than 147 dialects in real time.
The US-based robotics company, known for its work in “emotional AI”, says the feature is aimed at expanding Aria’s use across global industries such as hospitality, healthcare, education, and entertainment.
Andrew Kiguel, Realbotix’s chief executive and a former investment banker, says the upgrade allows Aria to “build emotional rapport across cultures”, a key differentiator from many robotics companies focused on manufacturing or logistics. [Read more…] about Realbotix adds multilingual functionality to its Aria humanoid robot