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Agile Robots launches its first humanoid robot for industry

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Agile Robots, a developer of intelligent robotic solutions, is launching its first humanoid robot. Agile ONE is designed for use in industrial settings, where it will work “safely and efficiently alongside humans and other robotic solutions”, says the company.

The humanoid combines intuitive human-robot interaction, the world’s most dexterous robotic hand, and an innovative AI model trained on real-world industrial data. It will be manufactured in-house in Germany.

CEO and founder Dr Zhaopeng Chen said: “At Agile Robots we believe the next industrial revolution is Physical AI: intelligent, autonomous and flexible robots that can perceive, understand and act in the physical world. Agile ONE embodies this revolution.” [Read more…] about Agile Robots launches its first humanoid robot for industry

Allen Institute uses supercomputer Fugaku to create ‘one of the world’s most detailed virtual brain simulations’

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Scientists use supercomputer that can process quadrillions of calculations per second to simulate mouse cortex for ‘virtual experiments’

Harnessing the muscle of one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, researchers have built one of the largest and most detailed biophysically realistic brain simulations of an animal ever.

This virtual copy of a whole mouse cortex allows researchers to study the brain in a new way: simulating diseases like Alzheimer’s or epilepsy in the virtual world to watch in detail how damage spreads throughout neural networks or understanding cognition and consciousness.

It simulates both form and function, with almost 10 million neurons, 26 billion synapses, and 86 interconnected brain regions. [Read more…] about Allen Institute uses supercomputer Fugaku to create ‘one of the world’s most detailed virtual brain simulations’

How to Choose OT Threat Detection and Response Tools

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Operational technology (OT) systems are critical to modern industry. As these systems become more connected, cyberattacks present a significant risk, making strong OT threat detection and response tools essential.

Understand Your OT System

Start by mapping your industrial environment. Identify all connected assets, including sensors, HMIs, IoT devices and network segments. Document how these systems communicate, such as the protocols they use and their role in your overall operations. A complete picture helps you choose tools to monitor and protect your setup accurately. [Read more…] about How to Choose OT Threat Detection and Response Tools

From Robots to Smart Grids: How Software Drives a New Era of Energy Automation

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From robotic inspection drones patrolling solar farms to AI-optimized wind turbines adjusting in real time, automation in renewable energy is reshaping how we build, monitor, and maintain power systems.

Global spending on energy digital transformation surpassed $70 billion in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), as utilities race to modernize infrastructure and meet growing sustainability goals.

Around the world, rising energy demand, climate goals, and the pursuit of efficiency are accelerating this shift toward smarter, more connected infrastructure. [Read more…] about From Robots to Smart Grids: How Software Drives a New Era of Energy Automation

What Defines Tire Quality Beyond Brand Reputation?

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Brand reputation is probably the strongest influencer in tire purchasing decisions. A famous name makes you feel more confident, but there is a lot more that goes into making a good tire.

Understanding these factors helps you look beyond the logo and focus on what truly matters. Let’s explore what really determines tire quality.

This article gives insight into the key parameters that dictate the intrinsic worth of a tire, so consumers can make informed choices. [Read more…] about What Defines Tire Quality Beyond Brand Reputation?

QR-Driven Workflows: How Smart Codes Support Robotics, Maintenance and Digital Traceability

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In robotics and industrial automation, speed and precision matter but so does the ability to access the right information at exactly the right moment.

Whether it’s a maintenance engineer standing beside a robotic arm, a technician needing an updated calibration sheet, or an operator trying to verify a process instruction, delays in documentation cost time, money and uptime.

That’s why many factories and robotics manufacturers have started turning to dynamic QR systems. Instead of relying on paper binders, outdated USB files or buried intranet folders, teams now attach scannable access points directly onto machines, panels or components. [Read more…] about QR-Driven Workflows: How Smart Codes Support Robotics, Maintenance and Digital Traceability

Opinion: Robotics expert ranks ‘world’s top most advanced robots’ in study

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Robots are reshaping industries, homes, and daily routines at an accelerating pace. From warehouse floors to living rooms, these machines are moving beyond repetitive tasks into roles that demand real-world adaptability and intelligence. But which robots truly represent the cutting edge of innovation?

Frans Tollenaar, CEO of Teqram, a provider of vision-guided robotic systems for industrial applications, explains: “The robotics industry has reached a turning point where we’re seeing humanoid and mobile robots that can navigate complex environments, manipulate objects with precision, and operate autonomously. These are no longer laboratory prototypes, but production models being deployed in real-world settings.” [Read more…] about Opinion: Robotics expert ranks ‘world’s top most advanced robots’ in study

SingularityNET launches ASI:Chain DevNet and Hyperon AGI framework to build open, decentralised AI systems

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At Web Summit Lisbon, the SingularityNET Foundation and its partners in the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (ASI) has unveiled ASI:Chain DevNet and Hyperon AGI Framework Alpha 1 – two open technologies that enable anyone to start building connected, human-like AI.

Together, they form an early, decentralised tech stack where tools can interoperate, progress is transparent, and no single company holds the keys.

Dr Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET and the ASI Alliance, says: “The Hyperon AGI Framework is a place for developers and researchers to experiment and collaborate in building the next generation of intelligent systems, and specifically to build towards AGI and ASI, using a variety of approaches: deep neural nets but also logic systems, evolutionary learning and whatever else their imagination cooks up. [Read more…] about SingularityNET launches ASI:Chain DevNet and Hyperon AGI framework to build open, decentralised AI systems

Neura Robotics expands presence in China with new site and collaboration hub in Hangzhou

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Neura Robotics has expanded its presence in China with the opening of a new site and collaboration hub in Hangzhou, marking a significant step in the company’s strategy to build global partnerships in humanoid and cognitive robotics.

The Hangzhou facility – called the Neura Hub – will focus on developing data-driven robotics training and strengthening cooperation with major Chinese industry players.

The opening positions the German company within one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing robotics ecosystems while maintaining what it describes as its identity as a European innovator. [Read more…] about Neura Robotics expands presence in China with new site and collaboration hub in Hangzhou

Qt adds automated Nvidia CUDA safety-guideline checks to Axivion for regulated industries

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Qt Group has launched a tool that automatically checks if programs using Nvidia’s accelerated computing follow safety rules for Nvidia CUDA coding.

CUDA (Compute Unified Device Architecture) is a parallel computing platform and programming model developed by Nvidia that allows developers to use Nvidia GPUs for general-purpose processing, not just graphics.

Launched in Axivion 7.11, the feature allows developers in safety-critical industries to more quickly build reliable, compliant applications that feature advanced graphics and AI for use cases like self-driving cars, medical scanners, and robots. [Read more…] about Qt adds automated Nvidia CUDA safety-guideline checks to Axivion for regulated industries