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Figure AI shocks the internet by showing its humanoid robot doing laundry like a pro

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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

Midea unveils humanoid robot at AI event in China

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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

Top AI-powered vision system companies: Giving robots the power of sight

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In the evolving world of robotics, one of the most transformative advancements is the development of AI-powered vision systems.

These technologies enable robots not only to “see” but also to interpret and understand their environments with increasing sophistication.

From assembly lines and warehouses to surgical suites and farm fields, vision-enabled robots are reshaping what machines can do – bringing a new level of autonomy, adaptability, and precision to automated tasks. [Read more…] about Top AI-powered vision system companies: Giving robots the power of sight

Pudu Robotics launches new robots for heavy-payload industrial work

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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

4AG Robotics raises C$40 million Series B for its automated mushroom harvesting

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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

Exclusive interview with Locus Robotics: ‘Born in the digital age’

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With more than 15,000 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) deployed globally, Locus Robotics has become one of the leading players in warehouse automation.

The company’s cloud-native LocusONE platform is designed to orchestrate entire fleets and workflows, enabling customers to adapt quickly to fluctuating demand and increasingly complex fulfilment networks.

In this exclusive Q&A, Denis Niezgoda, chief commercial officer, international at Locus Robotics, discusses the lessons learned from scaling automation across diverse markets, the benefits of Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS), and how the company is preparing for the next generation of intelligent, orchestrated warehouse operations. [Read more…] about Exclusive interview with Locus Robotics: ‘Born in the digital age’

HomeBase USA pilots Simbe’s shelf-scanning robot at two stores

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HomeBase USA, one of America’s largest home improvement retailers, has introduced Simbe Robotics’s Store Intelligence platform – powered by the world’s first autonomous shelf-scanning robot, Tally – to two locations in Copperas Cove, Texas and Laramie, Wyoming.

The Laramie store introduction marks the first Tally deployment in Wyoming.

Stores like HomeBase have expansive footprints and tens of thousands of SKUs across lumber, building supply, hardware, farm, ranch, and lawn and garden categories. [Read more…] about HomeBase USA pilots Simbe’s shelf-scanning robot at two stores

Robo taxi market predicted to grow from $1.8 billion in 2024 to $500 billion by 2034

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You call a taxi, and instead of a driver, a car shows up to take you wherever you need to go. It’s smooth and convenient, and you never have to worry about parking.

Welcome to the world of robo taxis. These driverless cars are no longer just a sci-fi idea; they’re becoming part of our everyday lives.

As cities become smarter and technology improves, robo taxis are changing the way we travel, offering a faster and more efficient way to get from one place to another. [Read more…] about Robo taxi market predicted to grow from $1.8 billion in 2024 to $500 billion by 2034

Opinion: Edge AI is driving the next wave of robotic innovation

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By Paul Williamson, SVP and GM IoT line of business at Arm

The robotics revolution is accelerating. What began as rigid, programmed machines confined to factory floors, is evolving into more adaptive, intelligent systems now being piloted across a growing range of sectors.

The catalyst for this transformation isn’t just better hardware or more sophisticated software alone, but the convergence of multiple breakthrough technologies, with edge AI leading the charge. [Read more…] about Opinion: Edge AI is driving the next wave of robotic innovation

Seegrid supports VDA5050 to enable interoperability for modern industrial automation environments

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Seegrid, a manufacturer of autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for palletized material handling, says it is actively progressing its VDA5050 support – marking a major step forward in interoperability and system integration for industrial automation.

With foundational capabilities already rolling out in 2025, the company is on track for full VDA5050 compliance in 2026.

VDA5050 is an open interface standard developed by Germany’s VDA (Automotive Industry Association) and VDMA (Mechanical Engineering Industry Association) to promote seamless communication between AMRs and fleet management systems, regardless of manufacturer. [Read more…] about Seegrid supports VDA5050 to enable interoperability for modern industrial automation environments