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RealSense partners with Nvidia to ‘accelerate adoption and capabilities’ of physical AI for humanoids and AMRs

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RealSense, a specialist developer of cameras for robots, has agreed a strategic collaboration with Nvidia to accelerate the adoption and capabilities of physical AI across humanoids and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

The initiative integrates RealSense’s industry-leading AI depth cameras with Nvidia’s breakthrough robotics platforms, including the Nvidia Jetson Thor Series for robot run-time computing, Nvidia Isaac Sim for digital twins to rapidly close the gap from prototype to production and Nvidia Holoscan Sensor Bridge for ultra-low-latency sensor streaming. [Read more…] about RealSense partners with Nvidia to ‘accelerate adoption and capabilities’ of physical AI for humanoids and AMRs

Unlocking Amazon Data: How Scraper APIs Empower Automation and E-Commerce Intelligence

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In an era defined by data-driven decision-making, automation and robotics firms are increasingly turning to tools like the Amazon Scraper API – offered by providers such as ScrapingBee – to streamline workflows, monitor market dynamics, and optimize operations.

These specialized APIs allow seamless access to Amazon’s public data – from prices and reviews to seller insights – enabling robust, real-time analytics at scale. [Read more…] about Unlocking Amazon Data: How Scraper APIs Empower Automation and E-Commerce Intelligence

Kia launches electric vehicle production in Europe with the EV4

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Kia has started series production of its new model – the five-door Kia EV4, which is the South Korean automotive manufacturer’s first fully electric vehicle to be manufactured in Europe.

The start of production follows extensive updates to Kia’s sole European manufacturing facility in Slovakia and represents a major step forward in Kia’s electrification strategy for the region.

An electric hatchback designed specifically for the European market, the EV4 is assembled exclusively at Kia AutoLand Slovakia. [Read more…] about Kia launches electric vehicle production in Europe with the EV4

How Wireless Connectivity Enhances IoT Device Performance

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Wireless connectivity has quickly become essential for powering the Internet of Things (IoT). However, it’s more than just a core technical component. It determines everything from range to energy efficiency.

Wireless connectivity improves the performance of IoT devices, and the secret lies in modern hardware advancements and the latest Wi-Fi standards. [Read more…] about How Wireless Connectivity Enhances IoT Device Performance

FieldAI raises more than $400 million to advance embodied AI at scale

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FieldAI, a specialist developer of physical AI and robotic autonomy, has raised $405 million in two consecutive funding rounds.

Investors include Bezos Expeditions, BHP Ventures, Canaan Partners, Emerson Collective, Intel Capital, Khosla Ventures, NVentures (Nvidia’s venture capital arm), Prysm, Temasek, and others. Previous investors include Gates Frontier and Samsung.

The latest round was oversubscribed, following rapid customer adoption and multiple expansion contracts for FieldAI’s general-purpose robotics intelligence, with successful testing and deployments across hundreds of complex real-world industrial environments. [Read more…] about FieldAI raises more than $400 million to advance embodied AI at scale

4 Emerging Technologies Enhancing Warehouse Automation Solutions

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Warehousing has evolved into a critical link in the global supply chain, where operational speed, precision, and adaptability can make or break a business.

Driven by rising consumer expectations, rapid e-commerce growth, and the push for cost efficiency, companies are rethinking how their facilities operate.

Automation is no longer limited to a few conveyor belts or barcode scanners; it now encompasses intelligent systems capable of decision-making, real-time adjustments, and seamless coordination across multiple processes.

These advancements are transforming warehouses from static storage areas into agile, data-driven environments that respond instantly to demand shifts and production needs. [Read more…] about 4 Emerging Technologies Enhancing Warehouse Automation Solutions

Apple ‘tabletop robot’ rumored for 2027: Is this a turning point – or yet more hype?

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A spate of new rumors and leaks suggest that iPhone and Mac behemoth Apple is preparing for a new chapter in its history, shifting from decades of producing stationary devices paired with proprietary software to developing machines that move, sense, and possibly run on more open platforms.

According to Bloomberg, the first step in this shift could be a “tabletop robot” expected to launch in 2027 – a device resembling an iPad-like display on a movable arm, designed to track users, interact more naturally, and showcase Apple’s next-generation AI assistant.

It’s designed to act like “a person in a room”, complete with a more conversational Siri variant and visual personality (for example, animated Finder logo) to enhance interaction. [Read more…] about Apple ‘tabletop robot’ rumored for 2027: Is this a turning point – or yet more hype?

GreyOrange teams up with Google Cloud on ‘breakthrough warehouse AI’

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GreyOrange, a provider of warehouse orchestration software and hardware, has agreed a collaboration with Google Cloud to develop GreyMatter DeepNav, an AI-powered solution for dynamically managing and optimizing autonomous robotic operations at scale.

GreyMatter DeepNav will bring unprecedented levels of automation, efficiency, and accuracy to warehouse management for retail, logistics, and supply chain companies worldwide.

Large warehouses use Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to streamline and accelerate operations across the work floor, from receiving to storage, picking, packing, and shipping. But despite the clear benefits of AMRs, many companies struggle with the lengthy ramp-up time of new deployments. [Read more…] about GreyOrange teams up with Google Cloud on ‘breakthrough warehouse AI’

Pushing the boundaries of music: A humanoid robot learns to play the drums

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An innovative project is transforming the relationship between AI, robotics, and creativity. At its core is a system that teaches a humanoid robot to play the drums – not through direct programming, but through a simulated learning process inspired by how musicians practice and improve. (Video on LinkedIn.)

Picture a live concert where, alongside human musicians, a humanoid robot takes its place behind the drum kit. Science fiction? Maybe for now — but it could soon become reality.

At the forefront of this breakthrough is Asad Ali Shahid, researcher at SUPSI (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) and lead researcher on the project Robot Drummer: Learning Rhythmic Skills for Humanoid Drumming, developed in collaboration with Politecnico di Milano. [Read more…] about Pushing the boundaries of music: A humanoid robot learns to play the drums

DHL’s 1,000-robot push signals a new phase in warehouse automation

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DHL, the world’s largest logistics company, is making one of its biggest single bets yet on robotics, announcing plans to deploy more than 1,000 additional robots across its UK operations as part of a £550 million (€637 million) investment.

The move underscores a broader shift in global logistics toward flexible, AI-powered automation designed to work alongside people rather than replace them.

In a post on LinkedIn, Tobias Meyer, CEO of DHL Group, framed the initiative as part of a wider transformation in how the company operates. [Read more…] about DHL’s 1,000-robot push signals a new phase in warehouse automation