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Apptronik partners with Google DeepMind to accelerate advancement of humanoid robots

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Apptronik, the AI-powered humanoid robotics company, has entered a strategic partnership agreement with the Google DeepMind robotics team.

The partnership will bring together “best-in-class artificial intelligence with cutting-edge hardware and embodied intelligence, advancing humanoid robots that can be more helpful to people in dynamic environments”, according to the companies.

Jeff Cardenas, CEO and co-founder of Apptronik, says: “We’re building a future where humanoid robots address urgent global challenges. [Read more…] about Apptronik partners with Google DeepMind to accelerate advancement of humanoid robots

Empowering older adults with home-care robots

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Researchers assess factors influencing willingness to use home-care robots among caregivers and older adults in Japan, Ireland, and Finland

The rapidly increasing aging population will lead to a shortage of care providers in the future. While robotic technologies are a potential alternative, their widespread use is limited by poor acceptance.

In a new study, researchers from Chiba University have examined a user-centric approach to understand the factors influencing user willingness among caregivers and recipients in Japan, Ireland, and Finland. Users’ perspectives can aid the development of home-care robots with better acceptance.

Advances in medicine have led to an increase in human longevity. Estimates suggest that by 2030, one in every six individuals globally will be aged over 60 years. This rapid increase in the aging population implies a larger number of aged individuals requiring care. [Read more…] about Empowering older adults with home-care robots

Robotic perception continues to evolve in the warehouse, says Exotec

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AI and ML are helping warehouse robots better understand their environment and how to interact with it, helping them to operate more effectively

Robots continue to make their mark in the warehouse, working alongside humans, and as they evolve, so do their perception systems.

According to Exotec, the growth of AI and machine learning is playing an instrumental role in driving this improvement, as robots are continuing to adapt to their surroundings and fine-tune their operations.

Robotic perception is the ability of a robot to perceive, comprehend and reason about the environment in which it operates. Perception is the first step in robotic movement, enabling it to make correct decisions when complimenting or in partnership with humans in the warehouse. [Read more…] about Robotic perception continues to evolve in the warehouse, says Exotec

Why PHP Remains the Backbone of Modern Web Development

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The web development landscape is constantly evolving, and yet, PHP remains a core technology powering millions of websites and applications worldwide.

Despite the emergence of numerous programming languages and frameworks, PHP has stood the test of time, continuing to be a reliable choice for developers and businesses alike. If you’re considering expanding your development team, you may want to hire PHP programmers through ALLSTARSIT.

With over 20 years of experience connecting companies with global tech talent, ALLSTARSIT makes it easier for businesses to access pre-vetted experts and meet their specific project needs quickly and efficiently. [Read more…] about Why PHP Remains the Backbone of Modern Web Development

How These 4 Tax Implications Affect Automation Contracts

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Taxes and automation might not seem connected, but they intersect in surprising ways. Contracts involving robotics introduce unique financial considerations, especially with independent contractors or freelancers.

Tax implications aren’t just legal obligations; they influence decision-making in drafting agreements. Businesses must factor in how tax codes treat equipment usage, R&D credits, and even foreign partnerships.

What about individual workers managing 1099s for tech-driven gigs? Or companies grappling with compliance as their workforce evolves alongside innovation? The automation era transforms how taxes work. [Read more…] about How These 4 Tax Implications Affect Automation Contracts

Microtargeting in Social Media Marketing Explained by Huta Digital

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Today businesses face an overwhelming challenge: how to effectively connect with their target audience in a way that maximizes engagement and conversion.

Enter microtargeting, a game-changing strategy that enables brands to deliver highly personalized messages to niche segments of their audience.

Here, Huta Digital explains that understanding and applying microtargeting can significantly boost the impact of marketing campaigns. Let’s learn how businesses can create resonant and precise communication tailored to individual preferences. [Read more…] about Microtargeting in Social Media Marketing Explained by Huta Digital

RobotLAB expands drone portfolio with Vision Aerial partnership

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RobotLAB, a robotics integrator, has partnered with industrial drone innovator Vision Aerial to expand the availability of its industry-leading unmanned aerial systems to businesses, government agencies and higher education facilities.

RobotLAB was selected as Vision Aerial’s preferred US dealer partner because of its deep knowledge of the business and education technology landscape, as well as its successful deployment of more than 10,000 robots worldwide.

Under the agreement, RobotLAB will add eight Vision Aerial products to its robust robot portfolio, including the Drone Surveying System, Construction Drone System, Solar Inspection System and Agriculture Drone System. [Read more…] about RobotLAB expands drone portfolio with Vision Aerial partnership

Opinion: Will autonomous cars ever gain regulatory approval to operate freely on public roads?

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The news that General Motors has decided to fold Cruise into its overall business should send shock waves through the industry. If Cruise can’t do it, with all its money and giant parent’s backing, who can?

Cruise is a relatively new startup which had huge optimism around it because several billion dollars were invested into it and a lot of people still believe autonomous cars are the future of global road traffic.

But after burning through $10 billion and only generating $500 million in revenue, Cruise seems to have lost its parent company’s confidence and has now been absorbed into the historic automotive giant, with its technology being repackaged into GM production cars as, essentially, an advanced driver assistance system called “Super Cruise”. [Read more…] about Opinion: Will autonomous cars ever gain regulatory approval to operate freely on public roads?

Embotech receives $27 million in funding to expand its autonomous tow truck business

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Embotech, an innovator in autonomous driving solutions for industrial logistics, has received CHF23.5 million (approximately $27 million) in Series B funding to help the company scale its autonomous tow truck business.

The company calls its solutions “Automated Vehicle Marshalling” (AVM) and “Autonomous Terminal Tractor” (ATT). The plan is to expand in Europe initially, and then in the United States, Middle East, and Asia.

The funding round is led by Emerald Technology Ventures and Yttrium, with additional funds from BMW i Ventures, Nabtesco Technology Ventures, Sustainable Forward Capital Fund, RKK VC and existing investors.

Embotech, short for embedded optimization technologies, has already secured landmark multi-year rollout contracts for its AVM solution in finished vehicle logistics and its ATT solution for port and yard logistics applications. [Read more…] about Embotech receives $27 million in funding to expand its autonomous tow truck business

Exotec’s warehouse robots surpass ‘1 million bin retrieval and deliveries daily, maintaining 99 percent uptime’

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Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, says its fleet of Skypod robots have achieved a major operational milestone, retrieving and delivering over one million bins to workstations on a daily basis globally.

Exotec says this achievement underscores its commitment to delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that improve supply chain operations worldwide.

Each individual bin fulfilment represents a robot retrieving a bin and delivering it to a designated workstation. Each bin can fulfil up to four orders, significantly reducing the time and effort it takes for warehouse workers to keep up with spikes in customer demand. [Read more…] about Exotec’s warehouse robots surpass ‘1 million bin retrieval and deliveries daily, maintaining 99 percent uptime’