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Tethys Robotics secures €3.5 million in pre-seed funding to automate hazardous underwater operations

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Swiss startup Tethys Robotics, a spin-out from ETH Zurich and now a leader in underwater robotics, has announced the successful closing of a €3.5 million pre-seed financing round.

The round was led by Redstone with Euregio+ & Alpine VC, and backed by Zürcher Kantonalbank, ETH Foundation, Kickfund, and Venture Kick.

The capital will be used to further develop and scale Tethys ONE: a compact hybrid underwater drone capable of both remote and autonomous operation. [Read more…] about Tethys Robotics secures €3.5 million in pre-seed funding to automate hazardous underwater operations

Beyond AI Appreciation Day: The year-round value of AI and robotics

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By Freddy Kuo, chairman of Luminys, chairman of Sync Robotic and special office executive assistant at Foxlink

Since 2021, technologists have marked July 16 as AI Appreciation Day. The holiday provides an opportunity to recognize how AI is transforming both our personal and professional lives.

One of the areas where AI has been particularly influential is in robotics. With AI at its core, robots can think, adapt, and act autonomously throughout different environments.

While this year’s celebration has passed, it’s worth recognizing the innovation driving AI and robotics year-round. These technologies are not only reshaping industries but also redefining how we solve global challenges. [Read more…] about Beyond AI Appreciation Day: The year-round value of AI and robotics

Yokogawa partners with Shell on robotics and AI technology for plant maintenance

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Yokogawa Electric has formalized a long-term agreement with Shell Global Solutions to integrate and further develop technologies for utilizing robots and drones in plant monitoring and maintenance.

Under the agreement, Yokogawa will add an advanced machine vision tool called Operator Round by Exception (ORE), developed by Shell, into its own OpreX Robot Management Core.

The enhanced software service will be made available by Yokogawa to customers in the energy, chemicals, and other industries. [Read more…] about Yokogawa partners with Shell on robotics and AI technology for plant maintenance

SeaRenergy and Tethys Robotics partner to develop autonomous subsea inspection services

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Tethys Robotics, a Swiss marine robotics company, has agreed a strategic partnership with SeaRenergy, an offshore service provider known for its expertise in complex subsea operations throughout Europe.

With a strong presence in offshore wind and a proven ability to execute demanding marine projects, SeaRenergy brings valuable operational insight and reach to the collaboration.

By combining their capabilities with Tethys Robotics’ advanced inspection technology, the partnership sets the stage for a new level of performance in subsea inspection services. [Read more…] about SeaRenergy and Tethys Robotics partner to develop autonomous subsea inspection services

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