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1X unveils 25-degree-of-freedom humanoid robot hands for NEO

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Humanoid robotics company 1X has unveiled a new tendon-driven robotic hand for its NEO humanoid platform, saying the design brings near human-level dexterity, strength and tactile sensing to the robot while enabling more advanced AI-driven manipulation capabilities.

The company says the new hand features 25 degrees of freedom (DoF), including 22 fully actuated joints in the fingers and palm and three at the wrist, with force-controlled, backdrivable joints designed to improve both manipulation and tactile perception.

According to 1X, the new hardware is intended to remove what it describes as the “hardware ceiling” that has limited humanoid robot capabilities, allowing AI models to take advantage of more human-like manipulation. [Read more…] about 1X unveils 25-degree-of-freedom humanoid robot hands for NEO

Robot.com launches humanoid ‘built for the work that burns people out’

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Robot.com, the company putting robots to work in the real world, has announced its entry into humanoid labor solutions with the commercial launch of R-noid, a robot “purpose-built for the repetitive, multi-shift, and hard-to-staff jobs”.

Deployed under a Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, Robot.com can go from the first visit of a customer’s site to autonomous on-site R-noid operation in as few as eight to twelve weeks.

The R-noid launch commences with five initial solution categories – restaurant assistant, packer, picker, folder, and host – deployed across six industry verticals, including industrial, logistics, healthcare, food services, lodging, and experiential. These solutions target the roles operators chronically struggle to fill. [Read more…] about Robot.com launches humanoid ‘built for the work that burns people out’

AGIBOT debuts A3 humanoid robot in Europe and launches UK Robot-as-a-Service model

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AGIBOT, a developer of embodied AI and robotics, hosted the UK AGIBOT Partner Conference (APC) 2026 in London, marking a key step in the company’s European growth strategy and its continued effort to build long-term commercial value for humanoid robotics through technology innovation, real-world deployment, and local partnerships.

At the conference, AGIBOT underscored its commitment to building a sustainable embodied AI ecosystem in the UK and Europe. The event brought together product innovation, flexible commercial models, and local deployment practices, with highlights including the European debut of AGIBOT A3, the introduction of a UK Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model and the company’s continued collaboration with local partners to explore real-world applications in the UK.

“The UK is a strategically important market for AGIBOT’s global expansion,” said William Shi, president of EU and US Markets at AGIBOT. “It has a strong innovation ecosystem, a mature partner network, and diverse real-world scenarios where embodied AI can create value.

“Through UK APC2026, we hope to work more closely with local partners to bring AGIBOT’s technologies, products, and service capabilities into practical applications, and to use the UK as an important starting point for broader deployment across Europe.” [Read more…] about AGIBOT debuts A3 humanoid robot in Europe and launches UK Robot-as-a-Service model

Boston Dynamics trains Atlas humanoid robot to pick up and place washing machine

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Boston Dynamics has released new behind-the-scenes footage showing its latest electric humanoid robot, Atlas, performing heavy lifting and manipulation tasks that the company says are designed to prepare the system for real industrial work. (See video below.)

The demonstration centers on Atlas lifting and carrying a mini-fridge weighing roughly 50 pounds, although Boston Dynamics says the robot successfully handled a loaded fridge weighing more than 100 pounds during testing.

The company says the breakthrough is not simply the robot’s physical strength, but the development of AI-driven control systems capable of adapting to “real world adaptability: handling heavy objects by bracing and accounting for the mass and inertia; using whole-body control, not just hands to maneuver”. [Read more…] about Boston Dynamics trains Atlas humanoid robot to pick up and place washing machine

Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

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Hexagon Robotics and Fill Maschinenbau are have announced a collaboration to define how humanoids can work alongside Fill’s manufacturing solutions to increase autonomy in advanced manufacturing.

AEON, Hexagon Robotics’ multi-purpose humanoid, will be piloted on one of Fill’s client use case in Gurten, Austria, to demonstrate how it can be integrated within real manufacturing workflows and as a complement to Fill’s automation solutions.

Arnaud Robert, president of Hexagon Robotics, says: “We have focused on real-world applications from the outset, and it is encouraging to see strong interest from industry leaders such as Fill. This collaboration is an important step in validating how humanoids can increase the level of autonomy of the manufacturing processes and deliver measurable value across diverse environments. [Read more…] about Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

Melania Trump presents humanoid robot at White House, highlights role of AI in education and careers

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First Lady Melania Trump introduced an American-built humanoid robot at the White House this week, marking a rare moment where advanced robotics took center stage in a diplomatic setting.

The demonstration featured Figure 3, a humanoid system developed by Figure AI, and was presented during a global summit attended by representatives from 45 countries.

According to a White House press release, the event formed part of the “Fostering the Future Together” initiative, focused on artificial intelligence, education, and economic development. [Read more…] about Melania Trump presents humanoid robot at White House, highlights role of AI in education and careers

1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

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1X has announced the pre-order launch of NEO, which it describes as “the world’s first consumer-ready humanoid robot designed to transform life at home”.

The company says NEO automates everyday chores and offers personalized assistance so people can spend more time on the things that matter.

With intuitive, user-friendly features and a revolutionary hardware platform, NEO is the safest, most affordable, and most capable humanoid on Earth. [Read more…] about 1X launches new humanoid robot to ‘redefine life at home’

Richtech Robotics unveils its first humanoid robot for ‘real-world work’

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Richtech Robotics, a US-based provider of AI-driven robotics solutions, has unveiled Dex, the company’s first mobile humanoid robot for industrial use.

Accelerated by the Nvidia Jetson Thor, Dex is capable of operating in dynamic environments, adapt with real time reasoning, and perform complex tasks with detailed precision, all while operating for a full workday on a single charge.

Richtech is using Nvidia technology to accelerate Dex’s training across diverse industrial and commercial contexts.
By combining real-world data with Nvidia Isaac Sim, an open, reference robotics simulation framework, Dex is able to learn tasks virtually at an exponential rate, and implement behaviors into a live industrial environment. [Read more…] about Richtech Robotics unveils its first humanoid robot for ‘real-world work’

Automaker Chery unveils humanoid robot for showroom presentation work

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Chinese automaker Chery has unveiled a new humanoid robot named Mornine, developed by its robotics arm AiMOGA Robotics, to act as an intelligent customer assistant in showrooms and promotional events.

The robot made its debut at the 2025 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu, China, where it performed live demonstrations that included greeting guests, giving product introductions, and explaining vehicle functions.

Chery says the robot integrates AI large-model technology with gesture recognition and multimodal interaction, enabling lifelike conversations in multiple languages. [Read more…] about Automaker Chery unveils humanoid robot for showroom presentation work

Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400

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Beijing-based robot-maker Noetix Robotics has announced the upcoming pre-sale of its latest humanoid robot, named “Bumi”, at a breakthrough price of ¥9,998 (approximately $1,400), making it the first high-performance humanoid robot in China to dip below the ¥10,000 mark.

Standing at approximately 94 cm tall and weighing roughly 12 kg, Bumi features a 48 V battery with over 3.5 Ah capacity (yielding 1 to 2 hours of run time) and is capable of walking, running and dancing motions.

The company says the robot supports drag-and-drop graphical programming for children, and voice interaction for companion and educational scenarios. [Read more…] about Beijing startup Noetix Robotics launches ‘consumer-grade humanoid robot’ at $1,400

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