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Abu Dhabi’s TII and Nvidia open Middle East’s first AI and robotics research lab

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Pioneering humanoid and robotics R&D with next-generation AI integration

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with Nvidia to launch the Middle East’s “first” joint lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics.

This landmark collaboration establishes a first-of-its-kind hub in the region for developing next-generation AI models, robotics platforms, and humanoid technologies that will accelerate innovation across industries.

The announcement of the TII-NVAITC (Nvidia AI Technology Center) Joint Lab for AI and Robotics was made during a signing ceremony held at TII’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior leaders from both organizations. [Read more…] about Abu Dhabi’s TII and Nvidia open Middle East’s first AI and robotics research lab

Italian Institute of Technology develops robot for vineyard applications

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The project stems from research at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT-Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia), in collaboration with several partners and in the framework of JOiiNT LAB – the joint laboratory between IIT and the Sistema Bergamo

A team of researchers from the Soft Robotics for Human Cooperation and Rehabilitation Lab at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT-Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia) in Genova has conceived and developed Frasky, a new robotic prototype able to navigate and perform operations autonomously within vineyards. 

Coordinated by IIT researcher Manuel G. Catalano, the project results from the collaboration with the partners involved in “JOiiNT LAB”, the joint lab aiming at creating a synergy between research and industry, thus comprising IIT and the industrial ecosystem in the Bergamo area, including Consorzio Intellimech, Confindustria Bergamo, the University of Bergamo, and Kilometro Rosso Innovation District. [Read more…] about Italian Institute of Technology develops robot for vineyard applications

Inspection and maintenance robots: Reaching the unreachable and dangerous

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Drones, crawlers, quadrupeds, and submersibles for inspecting bridges, pipelines, wind turbines, and more

Modern society relies on infrastructure that is both aging and mission-critical. Bridges, pipelines, refineries, power plants, and offshore wind turbines require constant inspection to ensure safety and reliability.

Yet traditional inspection is risky, expensive, and often disruptive. Workers climb tall stacks, enter confined tanks, or dive into murky waters. Outages are scheduled, scaffolding erected, and safety crews deployed – all before a single defect is recorded.

Enter inspection and maintenance robots. Equipped with advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, and mobility systems, these machines are beginning to handle the dirty and dangerous jobs, collecting high-quality data at a fraction of the risk and cost. [Read more…] about Inspection and maintenance robots: Reaching the unreachable and dangerous

Sonair raises $6 million to accelerate launch of ‘world’s first safe 3D ultrasonic sensor for robots’

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As autonomous robots enter warehouses, hospitals, shops, and public spaces, the need for safe human-machine collaboration is growing fast. That’s exactly what Sonair’s ADAR sensor is built for. With $6 million in new funding the company can capture its global target market segments and establish a new category for robotic perception.

After a strong market debut earlier this year, ADAR (acoustic detection and ranging) is now shipping to manufacturers in Asia, Europe and North America.

The sensor uses sound waves in air to give robots a precise, real-time 3D view of their surroundings, helping them operate safely in shared spaces.

Sonair is safety-certifying to PLd ISO13849 / SIL IEC 61508. An industry-first for 3D ultrasonic sensing, with the company now moving fast to meet rising, global demand. [Read more…] about Sonair raises $6 million to accelerate launch of ‘world’s first safe 3D ultrasonic sensor for robots’

GMI and AINEXXO form strategic alliance to launch ‘self-aware and self-protecting factory’

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G.M. International (GMI), a provider of intrinsic and functional safety hardware for Operational Technology (OT), and AINEXXO, a deep-tech pioneer in AI-powered OT, have announced a strategic alliance to deliver a transformative industrial innovation: the “Self-Aware and Self-Protecting Factory”.

This alliance fuses GMI’s SIL-certified safety hardware with AINEXXO’s cognitive AI stack, laying the foundation for a new class of safety-embedded, self-aware industrial systems that redefine the future of operational resilience. [Read more…] about GMI and AINEXXO form strategic alliance to launch ‘self-aware and self-protecting factory’

SoftBank develops ‘robot-friendly’ server rack to enable automation at data centers

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SoftBank, a Japanese telecommunications giant which is a significant player in the robotics sector, has developed a new server rack intended to make data center hardware easier for robots to install, maintain, and replace. 

The company says the initiative will help position its infrastructure as being tailored to the demands of AI and autonomous systems.

Announced in September 2025, the rack introduces a cableless structure that allows robots to carry out tasks such as installing and removing servers, swapping faulty units, and conducting inspections. [Read more…] about SoftBank develops ‘robot-friendly’ server rack to enable automation at data centers

OpenMind launches first open-source operating system for intelligent robots

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OpenMind has released the beta version of what it says is “the world’s first open-source operating system for intelligent robots”, adding that it’s “a universal platform that allows any robot to perceive, reason, and act in the real world”.

Robotics has long been fragmented, with developers forced to choose between closed ecosystems, hardware-specific software, or steep learning curves.

This allows any developer to install fully autonomous software on their robots. [Read more…] about OpenMind launches first open-source operating system for intelligent robots

Swisslog Healthcare partners with Diligent Robotics to enhance hospital logistics

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Swisslog Healthcare, a supplier in transport and pharmacy automation solutions, has formed a strategic alliance with Diligent Robotics to bring autonomous last-mile delivery robots to hospitals across the United States.

This cooperative partnership extends Swisslog Healthcare’s suite of automation offerings, complementing its existing solutions with Diligent Robotics’ innovative autonomous mobile manipulation robots (AMMRs).

The collaboration aims to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and empower hospital pharmacies to elevate patient care. [Read more…] about Swisslog Healthcare partners with Diligent Robotics to enhance hospital logistics

ABB and LandingAI unleash the power of generative AI for robotic vision

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ABB Robotics has invested in California-based LandingAI to accelerate the transformation of vision AI, making it faster, more intuitive, and accessible to a broader range of users.

This first of its kind collaboration will integrate LandingAI’s vision AI capabilities, like LandingLens, into ABB Robotics’ own software suite, marking another milestone in ABB’s journey towards truly autonomous and versatile robots.

Sami Atiya, president of ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation, says: “This announcement is the latest in our decade-long journey to innovate and commercialize AI, benefitting our customers by enhancing robot versatility and autonomy to expand the use of robots beyond traditional manufacturing. [Read more…] about ABB and LandingAI unleash the power of generative AI for robotic vision

Sea Machines Robotics launches marine autonomy APIs for third-party systems

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As part of the recent major refresh of its flagship SM300 marine autonomy system, Sea Machines Robotics has unveiled new Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that enable approved third-party command and control (C2) system integration.  [Read more…] about Sea Machines Robotics launches marine autonomy APIs for third-party systems