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Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research

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Lila Sciences has announced the completion of a $235 million Series A funding round, co-led by Braidwell and Collective Global.

The round also included participation from Altitude Life Science Ventures, Alumni Ventures, ARK Venture Fund, Common Metal, Flagship Pioneering, General Catalyst, March Capital, the Mathers Foundation, Modi Ventures, NGS Super, the State of Michigan Retirement System, and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA).

The Boston-based company, which emerged from stealth in March, is building what it describes as an end-to-end platform for “scientific superintelligence”. Its approach integrates artificial intelligence, software, and robotics to autonomously execute every step of the scientific method. [Read more…] about Lila Sciences raises $235 million in Series A funding to advance AI-driven scientific research

Spike Dynamics open-sources micro linear piezo actuators that enable ‘muscle-like movement’

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Spike Dynamics, an innovator in advanced actuation technology, announces the open release of its linear piezo actuators, which the company describes as “a breakthrough designed to mimic natural muscle movement in an ultra-compact form”.

By open-sourcing the design, the company aims to accelerate innovation in robotics and wearable devices, where traditional motors are often too bulky, noisy, or fragile.

Unlike traditional product launches, Spike Dynamics is taking a collaborative approach. The company has open-sourced its NASA reviewed actuator design, making it available to researchers, engineers, and startups who want to explore, test, and adapt the technology. [Read more…] about Spike Dynamics open-sources micro linear piezo actuators that enable ‘muscle-like movement’

A3 releases new American national standard for industrial robot safety

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The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) has announced the publication of ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 American National Standard for Industrial Robots and Robot Systems – Safety Requirements.

This newly revised standard is now available for immediate purchase through A3 and marks the most significant advancement in industrial robot safety requirements in over a decade. [Read more…] about A3 releases new American national standard for industrial robot safety

Logic unveils ‘Octopus’ overhead robot for warehouse operations

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Logic, a pioneer in autonomous, data-driven logistics solutions, has launched the Octopus robot, which the company describes as “a breakthrough in warehouse automation engineered to revolutionize picking and inspection operations”.

The Octopus is a fully customizable, overhead industrial robot designed with a transformative goal to maximize efficiency, flexibility, and intelligence for warehouses and logistics hubs everywhere.

At the core of Octopus’s innovation is its ability to deploy virtually unlimited, fully active tooling attachments at once, including suction, clamp, grip, and more, each mounted on independent arms operating in perfect sync. [Read more…] about Logic unveils ‘Octopus’ overhead robot for warehouse operations

Zoox launches public robotaxi service in Las Vegas

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Zoox has officially launched its autonomous ride-hailing service to the public in Las Vegas, making it the first company to provide rides in a purpose-built, fully autonomous robotaxi.

The service began on September 10 and is initially available on and around the Las Vegas Strip. Rides are free during the launch phase and can be booked through the Zoox app on iOS and Android devices.

Aicha Evans, CEO of Zoox, says: “The autonomous vehicle industry has made remarkable strides this year, bringing us closer to a future of safer, more accessible mobility. [Read more…] about Zoox launches public robotaxi service in Las Vegas

Roush delivers first Kodiak Driver-equipped autonomous truck

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Kodiak Robotics, a provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, and Roush Industries, a product development supplier serving the mobility, aerospace, defense, and theme park industries, say that Roush has delivered the first Kodiak Driver-equipped autonomous truck off of its production line.

The truck, which Roush upfit at its Livonia, Michigan facility with the Kodiak Driver, Kodiak’s advanced AI-powered autonomous driving system, was delivered to Atlas Energy Solutions in August 2025.

In December 2024, Atlas began taking delivery of Kodiak Driver-equipped trucks and launched driverless operations in the Permian Basin. [Read more…] about Roush delivers first Kodiak Driver-equipped autonomous truck

Exotec and E80 Group agree strategic partnership

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Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, and E80 Group, a supplier of automated and integrated end-to-end intralogistics solutions, have announced a strategic partnership.

The collaboration focuses on a joint offering that integrates Exotec’s signature Skypod AS/RS with E80 Group’s suite of pallet-handling systems.

This will enable customers to unify case, pallet and item handling within a single, scalable automation ecosystem, delivering end-to-end warehouse automation that minimises complexity by eliminating unnecessary equipment. [Read more…] about Exotec and E80 Group agree strategic partnership

Toray and T2 launch autonomous truck trial for petrochemical transport

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Toray Industries and Tokyo-based T2 are set to begin a long-haul autonomous truck trial on part of an expressway connecting eastern and western Japan.

This effort will test whether deploying T2’s autonomous trucks to ship Toray products can provide a sustainable solution to Japan’s driver shortage.

The roughly 440-kilometer route runs from the Tomei Expressway’s Ayase Smart Interchange in Kanagawa Prefecture to the Shin-Meishin Expressway’s Ibaraki-Sendaiji Interchange in Osaka. Four runs are scheduled between September 16, 2025, and April 2026. [Read more…] about Toray and T2 launch autonomous truck trial for petrochemical transport

Serve Robotics adds Voysys teleoperation technology to its delivery robots

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Serve Robotics, an autonomous sidewalk robotic delivery company, has announced its acquisition of the assets of Phantom Auto and its subsidiary, Voysys, a Swedish pioneer in ultra-low latency video streaming, connectivity, and teleoperation technology.

The acquisition enhances Serve’s technology stack to support its rapidly growing fleet of autonomous delivery robots. The assets were acquired for cash consideration of approximately $5.75 million.

Voysys, founded in 2014, has developed industry-leading video and data streaming solutions that enable connection to autonomous vehicles, machinery, and robots over heterogeneous networks. [Read more…] about Serve Robotics adds Voysys teleoperation technology to its delivery robots

LAPP ‘cuts labor and boosts accuracy’ with autonomous drone inventory solution

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Corvus Robotics, a provider of autonomous inventory management, says LAPP USA has deployed the Corvus One system at its 134,000-square-foot facility in Brownsburg, Indiana.

LAPP, a global provider of industrial cables and connectivity solutions, selected Corvus One to modernize warehouse operations and strengthen service for its customers. [Read more…] about LAPP ‘cuts labor and boosts accuracy’ with autonomous drone inventory solution