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Apptronik nears $1 billion in funding with $520 million extension to Series A round

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AI-powered robotics company Apptronik has closed a $520 million Series A-X funding round, with participation from existing investors including B Capital, Google, Mercedes-Benz and PEAK6, and new investors including AT&T Ventures and John Deere.

The Series A-X extension round follows a $415 million oversubscribed initial Series A raise in 2025, bringing Apptronik’s total Series A to more than $935 million and total capital raised to nearly $1 billion.

After the initial Series A announcement, Apptronik continued to receive substantial inbound investor interest, leading the company to open the new extension of its Series A at a 3x multiple of the Series A valuation, underscoring strong investor confidence in Apptronik’s vision for AI-powered robots that support people in every facet of life. [Read more…] about Apptronik nears $1 billion in funding with $520 million extension to Series A round

Trener Robotics to deliver ‘pre-trained skills to industrial robots’

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For decades, the power of industrial robotics has been limited by the complexity of a dynamic world, confining millions of robotic arms to repetitive, single-purpose tasks in highly controlled environments.

But now, with the Acteris platform, Trener Robotics (formerly T-Robotics) says it is “fundamentally changing this paradigm”.

Dr Asad Tirmizi, co-founder and CEO of Trener Robotics, says: “By replacing procedural programming with pre-trained AI skills, we give robots the ability to understand and act with true intelligence learned from data extracted from humans, robots, and videos of industrial processes.” [Read more…] about Trener Robotics to deliver ‘pre-trained skills to industrial robots’

Drone radar company Echodyne to open $40 million new manufacturing facility in Washington state

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Echodyne, a radar platform company, has announced a major near-term expansion in its advanced radar production capacity.

Echodyne’s new 86,350-square-foot facility in Washington state will provide enough manufacturing and warehouse space to produce and ship more than 30,000 radars per year.

The company’s modular manufacturing approach allows production capacity to flex to match varying demand across product lines as well as seamlessly introducing new product lines and capabilities. [Read more…] about Drone radar company Echodyne to open $40 million new manufacturing facility in Washington state

Roboworx adds AI-powered predictive analytics to its Robot Service Manager software

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Roboworx, a robot field service organization, has launched advanced artificial intelligence-powered predictive analytics capabilities for its Robot Service Manager (RSM) software.

This new predictive analytics capability moves robot maintenance from a reactive “break-fix” model to a more proactive, data-driven approach, reducing downtime, extending the robot’s useful life, and accelerating promised return on investment.

The new RSM AI uses machine learning to analyze historical service data and real-time telemetry, allowing Roboworx to anticipate mechanical failures before they occur and streamline communication between technicians and clients. [Read more…] about Roboworx adds AI-powered predictive analytics to its Robot Service Manager software

DSV selected as official logistics partner of Porsche Motorsport North America

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DSV Global Transport and Logistics is now the official logistics partner for Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) for the 2026 season.

This strategic partnership leverages DSV’s extensive global network and precision logistics capabilities to ensure the safe, timely delivery of these high-performance race cars to North American teams.

DSV managed the transportation of brand-new Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) race cars from Meuspath, Germany, to the United States for the upcoming Porsche Carrera Cup North America racing season. [Read more…] about DSV selected as official logistics partner of Porsche Motorsport North America

A Complete Guide to DevOps-Based Infrastructure Automation + Practical Tips + Top 4 Providers

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Feature comparisons dominate most infrastructure automation partner evaluations. Companies download comparison charts and score providers based on capabilities lists.

However, this approach to evaluating DevOps infrastructure automation services misses the actual problem. Your documented operational failures should drive the decision. A crashed deployment pipeline costs real money every hour it stays broken.

Understanding where your current infrastructure creates bottlenecks matters more than impressive capability lists. Maybe your team spends three days provisioning test environments when competitors spin them up in minutes. [Read more…] about A Complete Guide to DevOps-Based Infrastructure Automation + Practical Tips + Top 4 Providers

Must-Have Features in Corporate Training Software

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Organizations today require tools that can not only teach but also help with the continuous professional development of employees.

Hence, corporate training software serves as the ideal solution. Finding the right features is key to choosing the right platform. But what exactly should you look for?

Knowing these key factors will help companies invest wisely in employee training. The right corporate training software can transform how your workforce learns and grows. Let’s explore the must-have features we should look for. Here are the essential elements every platform should include. [Read more…] about Must-Have Features in Corporate Training Software

Corvus Robotics launches new drones for autonomous inventory in sub-zero warehouses

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Corvus Robotics, a provider of physical AI robotic systems including drones for logistics and warehousing operations, has launched the Corvus One for Cold Chain, an autonomous inventory management system engineered to operate continuously in freezer environments ranging from minus-20 degrees Fahrenheit to ambient temperatures.

Designed to withstand extreme cold, airflow, frost, and condensation, the system delivers frequent, accurate inventory cycle counts without human intervention, enabling operators to maintain real-time visibility while keeping labor and equipment out of harsh freezer conditions. [Read more…] about Corvus Robotics launches new drones for autonomous inventory in sub-zero warehouses

Gather AI raises $40 million to scale its physical AI platform for global logistics

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Gather AI, a startup developing physical AI for logistics, has raised $40 million in Series B funding led by Smith Point Capital Management.

The investment includes participation from Bain Capital Ventures, Tribeca Venture Partners, Bling Capital, Dundee Venture Capital, XRC Ventures, and new investor The Hillman Company. To date, the company has raised $74 million.

The investment follows a year of significant momentum, with Gather AI doubling its operational footprint and growing bookings 250 percent. [Read more…] about Gather AI raises $40 million to scale its physical AI platform for global logistics

No brain? No problem. University of Southern California scientists show what robots can learn from sea stars

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Ever feel run off your feet? Spare a thought for sea stars, creatures whose movement involves the coordination of hundreds of tiny tube feet to navigate complex environments – despite the lack of a central “brain”.

In other words, it’s as though each foot has a mind of its own. For Kanso Bioinspired Motion Lab, based within the University of Southern California Viterbi Department of Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, sea stars pose an intriguing phenomenon.

Kanso Lab specializes in decoding the flow physics of living systems, often applying those insights to inform developments in robotics. [Read more…] about No brain? No problem. University of Southern California scientists show what robots can learn from sea stars

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