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1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

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1X has announced the pre-order launch of NEO, which it describes as “the world’s first consumer-ready humanoid robot designed to transform life at home”.

The company says NEO automates everyday chores and offers personalized assistance so people can spend more time on the things that matter.

With intuitive, user-friendly features and a revolutionary hardware platform, NEO is the safest, most affordable, and most capable humanoid on Earth. [Read more…] about 1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

Boston Dynamics partners with Analog to bring ‘physical intelligence’ to the UAE

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Technology company Analog and Boston Dynamics have announced an “exclusive regional alliance to deploy physical intelligence across the UAE”, beginning with Boston Dynamics’ Spot robots.

Initial use focuses on practical outcomes including park inspections, environmental and accessibility monitoring, and preventive maintenance that improves everyday livability and operational responsiveness.

Physical intelligence is AI that perceives with sensors, builds shared context in a world model, and coordinates actions with robots and infrastructure safely and in real time. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics partners with Analog to bring ‘physical intelligence’ to the UAE

QCraft debuts its ‘Robobus’ at Japan Mobility Show

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QCraft is making its debut appearance at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (formerly the 49th Tokyo Motor Show) today, and introduce its innovative L4 Robobus and full-stack autonomous driving solutions to the Japanese market.

This launch marks the official start of QCraft’s commercial deployment in Japan, serving as a key milestone for not only the company’s global expansion but also the integration of autonomous driving technology into daily life in Japan.

QCraft’s debut at the Japan Mobility Show underscores the company’s strong commitment, technological leadership, and deepening presence in Japan. [Read more…] about QCraft debuts its ‘Robobus’ at Japan Mobility Show

Nvidia partners with Uber to ‘make the world ready for robotaxis’

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Nvidia is partnering with Uber to “scale the world’s largest level 4-ready mobility network”, using the company’s next-generation robotaxi and autonomous delivery fleets, the new Nvidia DRIVE AGX Hyperion 10 autonomous vehicle (AV) development platform and Nvidia DRIVE AV software purpose-built for L4 autonomy.

By enabling faster growth across the level 4 ecosystem, Nvidia can support Uber in scaling its global autonomous fleet to 100,000 vehicles over time, starting in 2027. These vehicles will be developed in collaboration with Nvidia and other Uber ecosystem partners, using Nvidia DRIVE. [Read more…] about Nvidia partners with Uber to ‘make the world ready for robotaxis’

Diligent Robotics launches new Nvidia AI-powered ‘world’s largest deployed fleet of mobile manipulation robots’

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Diligent Robotics, the company behind Moxi, the world’s largest deployed fleet of mobile manipulation robots working side by side with people, today unveiled plans for Moxi 2.0, its next-generation platform built with AI from the ground up.

The launch builds on three years of proprietary real-world data, collected from over 1.25 million deliveries in busy hospital environments and representing one of the largest datasets of real-world human-robot interaction.

Representing one of the largest deployed fleets of Nvidia-powered mobile manipulator robots in healthcare, Moxi currently operates in over 25 hospitals across the US to help nurses and pharmacy staff with routine tasks, such as delivering medications and lab samples. [Read more…] about Diligent Robotics launches new Nvidia AI-powered ‘world’s largest deployed fleet of mobile manipulation robots’

Richtech Robotics unveils its first humanoid robot for ‘real-world work’

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Richtech Robotics, a US-based provider of AI-driven robotics solutions, has unveiled Dex, the company’s first mobile humanoid robot for industrial use.

Accelerated by the Nvidia Jetson Thor, Dex is capable of operating in dynamic environments, adapt with real time reasoning, and perform complex tasks with detailed precision, all while operating for a full workday on a single charge.

Richtech is using Nvidia technology to accelerate Dex’s training across diverse industrial and commercial contexts.
By combining real-world data with Nvidia Isaac Sim, an open, reference robotics simulation framework, Dex is able to learn tasks virtually at an exponential rate, and implement behaviors into a live industrial environment. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics unveils its first humanoid robot for ‘real-world work’

Intrinsic AI launches developer challenge and vision model as it seeks to energise intelligent-robotics ecosystem

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Intrinsic AI, the robotics software and AI business unit of Alphabet, parent company of Google, has announced its first “AI for Industry” developer challenge and introduced its industrial-grade perception foundation model, the Intrinsic Vision Model (IVM). The developments aim to accelerate robot automation in real-world manufacturing environments. 

The challenge, focused on electronics assembly, will give participants access to “open source tools including Gazebo or other powerful simulation engines like … Nvidia’s Isaac Sim” and a production-workcell at Intrinsic’s facility.

It is scheduled to officially kick off on February 11, 2026, with registration closing April 17, 2026. [Read more…] about Intrinsic AI launches developer challenge and vision model as it seeks to energise intelligent-robotics ecosystem

Autonomous ship technology provider Orca AI partners with Harren Group

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Harren Group, one of Germany’s leading ship-owning and maritime logistics specialists, will partner with maritime technology pioneer Orca AI to strengthen navigational safety and operational efficiency for their newbuild heavy-lift vessels, multipurpose vessels, deck carriers and bulkers – marking a key milestone in Harren Group’s drive toward a measurable, data-driven safety culture.

Nils Aden, managing director at Harren Group, says: “Our new Orca vessels are equipped with innovative, ultra-efficient engine and propulsions systems, enabling emission-neutral operations.

“Now, we’re taking it a step further by integrating Orca AI – a cutting-edge situational awareness system that enhances safety, reduces fuel consumption and supports smarter, more sustainable operations at sea.” [Read more…] about Autonomous ship technology provider Orca AI partners with Harren Group

Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station

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Geekplus, one of the world’s largest warehouse robotics companies, has unveiled its new Robot Arm Picking Station, saying it marks “the industry’s first end-to-end unmanned picking solution”, and a major leap from “partial automation” to “full-process intelligence”.

The company says the new system is a breakthrough that sets a new benchmark for warehouse automation and redefines what’s possible in unmanned logistics.

Yong Zheng, founder and CEO of Geekplus, says: “This new solution marks a key milestone in our journey toward general-purpose warehouse robotics. [Read more…] about Geekplus ushers in era of ‘fully unmanned warehouses’ with launch of new robot arm picking station

PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland

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PepsiCo Polska plans to open a new automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) in Grodzisk Mazowiecki, Poland, with Mecalux technology.

Connected to the production area, the solution will accommodate potato crisps and other snacks. It was designed to increase PepsiCo’s logistics capacity and optimise workflows without expanding the existing building.

The project involves implementing a comprehensive solution. It features six stacker cranes serving racking equipped with the Automated Pallet Shuttle. [Read more…] about PepsiCo partners with Mecalux to build automated smart warehouse in Poland