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Cyberwave raises €7 million to integrate AI agents with physical machines

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Cyberwave, a startup building the operating layer between AI agents and real-world machines, has secured a €7 million funding round led by United Ventures with participation from The TechShop.

The round also includes support from seed funds Vento (Exor) and Pi Campus, and a number of prominent angel investors.

The funding coincides with the October 2025 launch of Cyberwave’s digital twins platform and will support expansion of its developer ecosystem and validation of early enterprise use cases across manufacturing, logistics, and inspections. [Read more…] about Cyberwave raises €7 million to integrate AI agents with physical machines

Burro expands autonomous robot fleet at Petitti Family Farms

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Burro, a provider of autonomous robots for work outdoors, has announced a material expansion of their autonomous robot fleet with Petitti Family Farms in Lake County, Ohio.

This expansion is the largest of its kind, running autonomous mobile robots outdoors, year-round in the challenging conditions of northern Ohio on the shores of Lake Erie.

Petitti Family Farms is expanding their fleet of Burro Grande robots from 10 that were deployed earlier this year to 25 by the end of the year. [Read more…] about Burro expands autonomous robot fleet at Petitti Family Farms

Viral college startup Series appoints humanoid robot CMO as it takes over Harvard campus

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The Unitree humanoid robot will lead all marketing activities for Series. In the past week at Harvard University it took over Harvard Square and paraded the stadium at the Harvard v Brown game

Series, a fast-growing social networking platform, has announced the appointment of Uri, a humanoid robot, as its chief marketing officer (CMO). It has already dominated its first campaign at Harvard University generating 1 million views on social media in just 24 hours.

Uri kicked off the Series’ College tour by drawing large crowds towards the Series Composite of Harvard students at Harvard Square, immediately prompting students and tourists to take photos of the 8 feet by 12 feet banner.

He then handed matcha to energize and connect with students before parading the stadium stands during the Harvard versus Brown game, where roaring crowds signaled the campus-wide excitement surrounding this innovative launch. [Read more…] about Viral college startup Series appoints humanoid robot CMO as it takes over Harvard campus

Interview with Plus One Robotics CEO: ‘Humans are versatile but slower’

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Plus One Robotics is a US-based company that develops vision and AI software for warehouse and logistics automation.

Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company focuses on solving one of the most persistent challenges in logistics: how to automate parcel handling in environments full of irregular, unpredictable packages.

Its core products are vision-driven systems for robotic arms, which can be deployed for palletizing, depalletizing, and parcel singulation. [Read more…] about Interview with Plus One Robotics CEO: ‘Humans are versatile but slower’

Evocargo launches UAE’s first commercial unmanned cargo transportation

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The United Arab Emirates has taken what is described as “a historic step into the future of autonomous transportation” with the launch of the nation’s first commercial fleet of self-driving electric trucks in the Al Jazeera Al Hamra industrial zone, a cutting-edge hub for large-scale projects.

This milestone was realized through a partnership of Evocargo, a developer of autonomous transport and autopilot system, and RAK Ceramics, a multinational manufacturer of ceramics and sanitary ware.

This breakthrough marks a new era for the country’s logistics sector and underscores the UAE’s unwavering commitment to pioneering smart mobility solutions and driving sustainable progress across industries. [Read more…] about Evocargo launches UAE’s first commercial unmanned cargo transportation

Matternet pilots drone delivery in Los Angeles with Dave’s Hot Chicken

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Matternet, the developer of the world’s leading urban drone delivery system, is partnering with Dave’s Hot Chicken to launch a drone delivery pilot, a first for the fast-casual leader.

The service will debut in Northridge, a Los Angeles suburb, where eligible residents will be able to order Dave’s Hot Chicken through the Dave’s app and receive it directly to their homes via Matternet’s autonomous M2 drones – arriving hot, fresh, and fast.

Andreas Raptopoulos, founder and CEO of Matternet, says: “Each day, more than 10 million food deliveries move through our cities in 2-ton cars, adding traffic and pollution. [Read more…] about Matternet pilots drone delivery in Los Angeles with Dave’s Hot Chicken

Machina Labs launches custom automotive manufacturing platform with AI and robotics

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Toyota pilot program and Woven Capital investment support automotive manufacturing breakthrough

Machina Labs, a provider of advanced manufacturing and robotics systems, has unveiled its next-generation manufacturing methods for automotive body panels and accessories.

This will enable automakers to bring customized vehicles to market at mass-production prices, representing a breakthrough in automotive manufacturing customization.

The launch took place at UP.Summit, alongside a pilot of the technology with Toyota Motor North America and a strategic investment from Woven Capital, Toyota’s growth-stage venture investment arm. [Read more…] about Machina Labs launches custom automotive manufacturing platform with AI and robotics

Carolina Handling opens new $23 million facility in South Carolina

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Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, has opened its new 264,544-square-foot facility in Pickens County, South Carolina.

Located at 285 Speedway Boulevard in Easley in the new Speedway Business & Technology Park, the new building consolidates the Upstate operations of the Charlotte, NC-based intralogistics company. It combines the warehouse and office space from four facilities in the Upstate region of South Carolina under one roof.

Carolina Handling was the first tenant at Speedway Business & Technology Park, which is being developed by RealtyLink, and broke ground on the facility in 2024. The $23.2 million investment from Carolina Handling and RealtyLink will create 100 new jobs in South Carolina over five years. [Read more…] about Carolina Handling opens new $23 million facility in South Carolina

ZF Marine and Avikus partner to advance autonomous marine control systems

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ZF Marine, a specialist in marine propulsion and control systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Avikus, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation subsidiary.

The agreement will integrate Avikus’ Neuboat Navi with Control Autonomous System into ZF’s TotalCommand electronic control platform, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of intelligent marine operations.

Under the terms of the MOU, Avikus will utilize ZF’s open protocol marine controllers to enable seamless compatibility with its award- winning autonomous navigation technologies. [Read more…] about ZF Marine and Avikus partner to advance autonomous marine control systems

Unitree Robotics planning an IPO valuing it at $7 billion

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China’s Unitree Robotics is planning an initial public offering (IPO) that could value the company at up to 50 billion yuan ($7 billion), according to a report on CNBC. This move highlights the intense global competition in the humanoid robot sector.

Hangzhou-based Unitree has become one of the most prominent in China’s humanoid robotics space. Its planned IPO would make it one of the first companies specializing in this technology to go public, signaling strong investor confidence.

Unitree’s growth is part of a broader, state-backed push in China to lead in advanced technologies like robotics and AI. The government has placed humanoids at the “centre of their national strategy”, supporting the industry through initiatives like a massive trillion-yuan fund for tech startups. [Read more…] about Unitree Robotics planning an IPO valuing it at $7 billion