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McKinsey warns AI and robots could automate 40 percent of US jobs by 2030

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A new report from the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) suggests that artificial intelligence and robotics could, in theory, automate more than half of all work currently done in the United States – and put around 40 percent of jobs in highly automatable categories – if companies fully redesign their workflows around intelligent machines.

In its study, Agents, robots, and us: Skill partnerships in the age of AI, MGI says that “today’s technologies could theoretically automate more than half of current US work hours”.

The authors stress that this is “not a forecast of job losses” but an indication of how profoundly work could change as “work in the future will be a partnership between people, agents, and robots – all powered by artificial intelligence”. [Read more…] about McKinsey warns AI and robots could automate 40 percent of US jobs by 2030

Kawasaki Robotics to provide robots to Gayatri subsidiary CSM Robotics

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DP Gayatri, a diversified industrial group driving innovation and automation across North America, has announced a strategic partnership with Kawasaki Robotics, a manufacturer of industrial robotics and automation technology.

The collaboration will empower CSM Robotics, DP Gayatri’s subsidiary, to expand its automation capabilities and deliver advanced robotic systems that support manufacturers in scaling efficiently and competitively.

Through this partnership, CSM Robotics will integrate Kawasaki Robotics’ robotic platforms, motion technologies, and controls into its automation solutions. [Read more…] about Kawasaki Robotics to provide robots to Gayatri subsidiary CSM Robotics

Universal Robots partners with software engineering platform Viam

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Universal Robots is powering a new era of marine manufacturing automation through its partnership with Viam, a modern software engineering platform for robotics.

At the center of this collaboration is a robotic block sanding system designed to streamline fiberglass sanding for yacht builders – a task that is traditionally very labor-intensive and physically demanding.

The solution combines UR’s proven UR Series cobots with Viam’s adaptive software to deliver precision, consistency, and efficiency. [Read more…] about Universal Robots partners with software engineering platform Viam

Siasun unveils high-rise exterior wall cleaning robot designed to improve safety and efficiency

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Chinese robotics manufacturer Siasun Robot & Automation has developed a high-altitude exterior wall cleaning robot that the company says could significantly reduce the risks associated with manual skyscraper cleaning.

In a statement on its website, Siasun says the system was created “in collaboration with its partners” and is intended to replace traditional methods where workers clean building exteriors while suspended at height.

The company says this practice remains “an extremely high-risk profession”, with operators facing “the life-threatening threat of falls from heights” as well as adverse weather, psychological pressure, and long-term health concerns. [Read more…] about Siasun unveils high-rise exterior wall cleaning robot designed to improve safety and efficiency

Comau develops ‘innovative’ industrial collaborative robotic solutions as part of the EU’s Converging Project

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Comau says it is contributing “innovative industrial collaborative robotic solutions” to the European Union’s Converging project, which aims to advance smart and reconfigurable production systems to meet the challenges of modern manufacturing.

By integrating collaborative robots, autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), artificial intelligence and human operators, Converging seeks to create human-centric production systems that can perceive, reason, adapt, collaborate and innovate.

As part of the multi-faceted project, Comau has spearheaded two cutting-edge, collaborative robotic solutions, each designed to address a distinct industry challenge. [Read more…] about Comau develops ‘innovative’ industrial collaborative robotic solutions as part of the EU’s Converging Project

Easy Ways to Protect Your Brand Reputation: Tips by Syncora Limited

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In today’s competitive market, a brand’s reputation can be one of its most valuable assets. A strong, positive reputation fosters trust, attracts loyal customers, and differentiates a company from its competitors.

Conversely, reputational damage can erode customer confidence, decrease revenue, and make recovery an uphill battle.

Syncora Limited emphasizes that protecting brand reputation requires intentional strategies, careful monitoring, and consistent actions.

This guide explores practical approaches to safeguard your brand and maintain credibility in the eyes of customers, stakeholders, and the broader public. [Read more…] about Easy Ways to Protect Your Brand Reputation: Tips by Syncora Limited

Ubicept extends its physics-based imaging to ‘any modern vision system’

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Ubicept, the computer vision startup operating “at the limits of physics”, has released its Ubicept Toolkit, which will bring its physics-based imaging to “any modern vision system”.

Whether for single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) sensors in next-generation vision systems or immediate image quality improvements with existing hardware, Ubicept provides a unified, physics-based approach that delivers high quality, trustworthy data.

Sebastian Bauer, CEO of Ubicept, says: “Ubicept’s technology revolutionizes how machines see the world by unlocking the full potential of today’s and tomorrow’s image sensors. [Read more…] about Ubicept extends its physics-based imaging to ‘any modern vision system’

Fanuc launches new cleanroom and food-grade robot

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Fanuc has unveiled the latest model in its LR Mate industrial robot range to “meet the growing demand for food and cleanroom applications”.

The compact and powerful LR Mate 10-11A Food/Clean has a 10kg payload and is compliant with ISO 4 Class cleanrooms, making it ideal for use in highly controlled environments across sectors such as medical device manufacture, pharmaceutical, biotech, semiconductor, electronics, optics and laser.

Its use of food-grade lubricant means it also meets strict food environment requirements, minimising the risk of contamination in the event of accidental contact with food to aid public safety and prevent costly product recalls. [Read more…] about Fanuc launches new cleanroom and food-grade robot

Dubai Airports partners with Farnek to install more than 30 autonomous cleaning robots across five major locations

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As part of a five-year facilities management partnership, Dubai Airports and UAE-based smart and facilities management company Farnek, are installing more than 30 autonomous cleaning robots across five major airport locations – Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Concourse D, Dubai Cargo Village, and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

Explaining the strategic motivation behind the decision to introduce robotics into the airport environment, Essa Al Shamsi, senior vice president – terminal operations at Dubai Airports, said: “The decision was driven by a simple goal – to make our operations smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.

“Cleaning robots help us deliver a consistent level of service across the airport while using resources more efficiently. It’s part of how we’re applying technology to improve both the guest experience and the working environment for our teams, in line with Dubai Airports’ smart airport strategy and long-term sustainability goals.” [Read more…] about Dubai Airports partners with Farnek to install more than 30 autonomous cleaning robots across five major locations

Former Figure AI engineer claims company’s humanoid robots ‘powerful enough to fracture human skull’

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A former safety engineer at Figure AI, Robert Gruendel, has filed a wrongful-termination lawsuit alleging he was dismissed after warning company leadership in September 2025 that its humanoid robots were “powerful enough to fracture a human skull”, according to a report on VnExpress. 

According to the suit filed on November 21 in a US federal court in California, internal “impact testing” on the company’s robot model F.02 generated forces reportedly more than double those required to break an adult skull.

As evidence of danger, the complaint cites an incident in which a robot allegedly malfunctioned and left a three-quarter-inch deep gash in a stainless-steel refrigerator door, according to reporting by Futurism. [Read more…] about Former Figure AI engineer claims company’s humanoid robots ‘powerful enough to fracture human skull’